Production Operator - Nights

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 **Nights Shift (6pm - 6am ET)** on a biweekly repeating 2/2/3 schedule (i.e. Week A: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat; Week B: Sun, Wed, Thurs). This is a full-time, non-exempt, unionized position with a minimum starting pay rate of **$28.00 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