About the role
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 $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 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