Production Operator - Nights $27/Hour

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All . We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone , we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo . We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

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Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing high quality and affordable self-care products that consumers trust everywhere they are sold. Help us do it!

Perrigo Nutritionals, located in Eau Claire, WI is currently looking for highly motivated  Production Operators who will work the 2-2-3 schedule - 6:00 PM to 6:10 AM

This is a full-time, non-exempt, unionized position with a starting pay rate of $27.00 per hour + a $2.00 shift premium . A comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including but not limited to Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K Matching, Quarterly Bonus, Life / AD&D Insurance, Short & Longterm Disability, PTO accrual starting after 90-day probation, and more is also provided by Perrigo.

$2,500 sign on bonus & base pay increase offered after 90 day probation!

Scope of the Role

At Perrigo, basic duties and responsibilities for a Production Operator can include operating various pieces of production equipment; monitoring production processes and line operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow the plant safety rules (LOTO procedures, PPE, etc.) report incidents & unsafe conditions immediately.
• Follow factory safety & environmental objectives & targets.
• Follow factory food safety, quality objectives & targets.
• Follow Perrigo Good Manufacturing Practices; report food safety and quality issues immediately.
• Maintain compliance with regulations and refer to Perrigo Quality Management System on all related procedures and programs.
• Understand the food safety and quality aspects of the position as indicated in the Quality Management System, on-the-job training, and standard operating procedures that apply.
• Understand and apply the principles of continuous improvement in the work area.

Experience Required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend, twist, and stand for long period of time

Required Experience

• 1+ year of previous experience in manufacturing strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of training / education
• High school diploma / GED level of education completed

Experience (Preferred)

• 2-3 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (Food, Bev, Pharma, CPG, etc.) preferred
• Great attention to detail & ability to multi-task
• Computer skills acquired through work experience
• Willingness to work off shifts (there are no first shift positions available) and overtime as needed
• Improvement mindset and problem solving/critical thinking abilities
• Reliable attendance
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Forklift experience

Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

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Hybrid Working Approach
We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law.  #weareperrigo