What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator - 2nd Shift position at Novozymes (part of Novonesis)?
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Join us as our new Production Operator
This position works under close supervision and is primarily responsible for operating in the Bottle Packaging department. This position works second shift with ours of 2:30pm-10:30pm, Monday-Thursday. Overtime is possible on weekends.
In this role you'll make an impact by:
- Setting up (assembling and disassembling), operating, adjusting, cleaning and sanitizing equipment to package products within quality standards and according to procedures.
- Accurately weighing and/or counting product.
- Performing minimal maintenance and preventative maintenance (PM) on equipment as required, and when appropriate.
- Assisting others in the areas trained as required by production demands or by the direction of the Supervisor.
- Printing and applying labels to products.
- Verifying lot and batch numbers and maintaining accurate production records, and equipment logs.
- Assisting in developing and improving SOPs.
- Following all workplace safety protocols and always ensure safe operation of equipment.
- Maintaining a clean and organized work area in compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Participating in safety training and reporting any incidents or hazards immediately.
- Working closely with other operators, technicians, and supervisors to meet production deadlines.
- Participating in continuous improvement activities using Lean concepts and principles.
- Troubleshooting and/or identify equipment failures or problems.
- Completing necessary paperwork and/or data entry for production and/or inventory records.
- Adhering to all GMP, including sanitary requirements, Safety, and Standardized Work procedures.
- Ensure training is completed on time.
To succeed you must hold:
- Ability to read, write and speak English.
- Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts to the production process including conversion of weight and volume in the metric system.
- Ability to read and follow a production journal to produce batches.
- Ability to operate a pallet walker and/or forklift, preferred.
- Ability to use basic hand tools (hammer, screwdriver, wrench) for assembly and disassembly of equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers regarding the status of the production process.
- Basic computer skills. ERP system knowledge (SAP), preferred.
- These characteristics are normally acquired through a High School Diploma or GED with experience in a production environment preferred.
Location: Wausau, WI (On-Site)
Application deadline: 4/24/26
Expected salary range:$19 an hour plus shift premium
Benefits you will enjoy:
- 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
- Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
- Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
- Healthcare savings account option
- Employee assistance program
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- All benefits begin on your first day
Our purpose guides the way
In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.
Opportunities for everyone
We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.
We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.
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