Dryer Operator

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Working at Agropur means contributing to something bigger than yourself, in service of communities.

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact.

An environment aligned with a clear mission:

• Starting wage of $23.12
• Two pay increases within the first year up to $1.00
• $1.50 Shift Differential + Double Time on Sundays
• Thursday - Saturday every other Sunday 5AM to 5PM
• Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings: 
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 
• 401(k) with up to a 7% company match  
• 3 Weeks PTO
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Healthy work/life balance

How your role contributes to that mission:

We are looking for a Dryer Operator I in Jerome, ID. The Dryer Operator is responsible for operating the whey permeate dryer and ensuring optimum daily performance and quality permeate and protein powder production.

• Perform daily operations and cleaning of equipment associated with the dryer operation.
• Perform operator level maintenance when needed.
• Safe operation and sanitation of equipment.
• Sustain and support automated systems.
• Follow procedures and work instructions set forth through SOP’s and Master Sanitation Schedules.

The profile that shares this sense of contribution:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a related field required.
• Ability to read, understand, and adhere to documents and procedures (GLP, SOP, SDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP).
• Ability to follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; complete simple checklists and complete required documentation.
• Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.

A role with purpose and lasting impact.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. 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 work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.  Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.