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Job Type:Regular Who we are: We are an employee-focused organization that promotes from within and are looking for enthusiastic, team-oriented employees to join our growing team. Founded in 1938, Agropur is a top 20 global dairy processor. In addition to being one of the largest award-winning cheese manufacturers, Agropur is a leader in high quality and diverse nutritional whey proteins. Agropur's 10 US-based, SQF Certified plants are behind some of the most prominent food, beverage, and nutrition brands in the industry. Vertically integrated by design, Agropur provides future-forward solutions in the areas of cheese, ingredients, beverages, and custom contract manufacturing services. "Better Dairy. Better World." www.agropur.com What this role is all about: We are looking for a Part Time Packager in Le Sueur, Minnesota. Starting Wage: $19.11 Shift Differential: $1.50 (7:00 pm - 7:00 am) Double Time on Sundays The Packager is the final stage in the Agropur production process. This position is responsible for bagging the ingredients and ensuring it meets standard production requirements. As well as properly sealing and stacking the package to meet each customer's needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Bagging of product in 50 pound bags, 25 KG bags or 40 pound boxes as well as pushing / pulling products weighing up to 170 pounds. Be able to work at floor level, waist level and shoulder level repetitively. Loading bags or boxes to the dryer. Take samples of powder. Weigh the product and adjust the product levels to match the exact weight. Move pallets in and out of rooms using a pallet jack. Use metal detector to scan product. Number the packages with marker. Be able to move up and down ladders and stairs. Perform job tasks with adherence to all company standard operating procedures. Complete work timely, efficiently, and with optimal quality standards. Conduct work in a safe manner and abide by all company safety policies. Maintain a clean work environment to meet good manufacturing practices. Attend all mandatory trainings and meetings Keep all areas of work clean and organized including bagging rooms and mixing areas Obtain and maintain a working knowledge of cleaning requirements throughout the Plant and adhere to the Master Sanitation Schedule Obtain and maintain a working knowledge of duties and responsibilities during a full system CIP on both drying systems Dump bags / totes of dry material and paste into the blending process. Packages vary in size. Follow direction from Mixing Operator Assist in pre-staging material for blending Be able to work 40+ hours a week on a rotating schedule be able to work weekends and off shifts as needed or assigned Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Requires the ability to communicate and document well. The Requirements (Minimum Qualifications): High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. What we offer you: Agropur offers its employees a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial and emotional health to include the following: Health, Dental and Vision options Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts Company paid life insurance, short and long-term disability 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 4% Company match Health and Wellness Programs to include Wellness incentives and Employee Assistance Program Opportunities for discretionary bonus' and discretionary 401(k) contributions based on Company financial performance. Paid Time Off Program, Holiday Pay and Bereavement An environment that upholds our five core values: Boldness, Collaboration, Communication, Excellence and Integrity. Opportunities for advancement Training Programs Employee Referral Program Community Involvement The Location: Our presence in Le Sueur, MN, consists of the following locations; Le Sueur Cheese, The Friendly Confines Cheese Shoppe, Le Sueur Ingredients, Le Sueur Protein Research Center, and Le Sueur Business Office. These locations produce v rious types of cheeses, such as; Parmesan, Romano, Asiago, Gouda, Muenster, Monterey Jack, and Cheddar. They also run various whey streams, such as; whey protein isolate (WPI), whey protein concentrate 34 (WPC 34), whey protein concentrate 80 (WPC 80), and both pharma and food-grade lactose. Le Sueur, MN, was the original home of the Jolly Green Giant. This small town provides a safe, friendly atmosphere with great neighborhoods and affordable housing while maintaining several large businesses. Le Sueur is on the Minnesota River and The National Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway passes right by town. You can also visit the Le Sueur Chamber site http://lesueurchamber.org/for more information on local events. Must be able to communicate, read, write and understand English. To get a glimpse of our daily operations, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZfwiiAkIDg Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will therefore work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. AA/EEO - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity