Production Worker

Vivolac Cultures Corporation – Now Hiring Multiple Positions

Company Description

For over 50 years, Vivolac Cultures Corporation has partnered with customers to develop innovative food culture systems tailored to their production needs. We specialize in researching and combining specific bacterial strains to create custom and standard cultures used in fermented products and probiotics.

Join us and explore the advanced world of fermented product design.

Position 1: Pouching Technician

Schedule: Weekdays, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Overtime as needed)

Role Overview

The Pouching Technician is responsible for combining frozen bulk products into finished pouches with precision and accuracy. This role involves both manual and automated processes to ensure product quality and compliance with food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all safety protocols, including PPE and GMPs
• Stage materials for pouching operations
• Verify product codes, pouch counts, and box counts
• Handle finished products using aseptic techniques
• Perform sample testing and documentation
• Accurately weigh and transfer products per blend sheets
• Ensure proper pouch sealing for food safety
• Maintain SQF standards and report concerns
• Operate and maintain Weigh Right (pellet filling machine)
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain equipment and work areas
• Complete sanitation tasks per Master Sanitation Schedule
• Assist other departments as needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Strong attention to detail and time management
• Basic math skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Comfortable working in cold environments (short periods)

Position 2: Blending Technician

Schedule: Weekdays, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Overtime as needed)

Role Overview

The Blending Technician is responsible for accurately preparing probiotic blends, including weighing materials, blending, packaging, labeling, and maintaining inventory.

Key Responsibilities

• Pull and verify materials for blends
• Accurately weigh bulk ingredients
• Perform hand and barrel blending techniques
• Package and label finished products correctly
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of blend room
• Assist with freezer organization
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment
• Follow GMP and PPE safety standards
• Accurately document all processes and checks
• Perform cleaning and sanitation per schedule
• Maintain SQF standards and report concerns
• Assist other departments as needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Basic math and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility and teamwork mindset

Position 3: Housekeeping / Glassware Sanitation Technician

Schedule: 3rd shift- Sunday -Thursday 11:00pm- 7:30 am

Role Overview

This role ensures the cleanliness, sterilization, and organization of laboratory glassware, equipment, and facility common areas. This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Wash and sterilize lab equipment and glassware
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum common areas daily
• Follow established cleaning protocols
• Perform general custodial/janitorial duties
• Maintain inventory of cleaning and sterilization supplies
• Ensure cleanliness of labs and shared spaces
• Follow Master Sanitation Schedule

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Reliable and consistent work ethic

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Optional Vision & Dental Insurance
• Simple IRA Retirement Plan

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $19