Wet Processing Operator

Wet Processing Operator (Hourly, Atchison KS) MGP Ingredients is a leading supplier of premium distilled spirits and food ingredient solutions. Its Distilling Solutions segment provides bourbons, whiskeys, ryes, gins, and vodkas to craft and multinational brands. MGP's own Branded Spirits business is growing following the 2021 acquisition of Luxco, a top spirits producer, bottler, supplier, and importer as well as the 2023 acquisition of Penelope Bourbon, known for its wide range of uniquely blended expressions. Ingredient Solutions delivers nutritional, functional wheat- and pea-based ingredients aligned with consumer trends. The company operates in locations across the Midwestern U.S., and overseas in Northern Ireland and Mexico. The Opportunity: We are looking for a Wet Processing Operator to join our MGP team in Atchison, KS! What you will be doing: Operator is responsible for quality & quantity of product. Do quality checks as necessary. Complete necessary paperwork related to quality assurance. Must learn to operate and remain current in the operations of the Mix and Merco within the P&S plant. Monitor and maintain equipment. Perform routine maintenance as needed. Perform preventive and predictive maintenance. Daily and weekly lubrications. Fill out reports and work orders. Housekeeping as required. Maintain sanitation level to meet AIB requirements. Operator must operate in a safe, efficient and productive manner. Wear safety equipment as required including full face respirators, etc. Perform other duties assigned by management as required. Overtime as required. Shift and Days subject to change. Who we are looking for: Ability to operate multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to interpret and follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to operate in a team environment. Works well with others. Ability to operate with minimal supervision. Ability to work under pressure of deadlines. Mathematical skills required. Mechanical skills required. Maintain current license for trucks, bobcats, and forklifts. Knowledge of computers. Ability to enter required data on computers. Must be able to climb and work in high places and/or from ladders, roofs, etc. Ability to work in confined spaces and dusty conditions: feed-grain dusts. Subjected to temperature extremes, both hot and cold, not only due to weather, but also due to Plant processes. Compensation is competitive and is commensurate with experience. MGP offers exceptional medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) Match and PTO. All successful candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal background check and drug test. #J-18808-Ljbffr