Vat Operator

Job Type:

Regular

Working at Agropur means contributing to something bigger than yourself, in service of communities.

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact.

An environment aligned with a clear mission:

• Starting wage of $25.92
• Two pay increases within the first year up to $1.00
• $1.50 Shift Differential + Double Time on Sundays and Holidays
• 2-2-3 Rotational Schedule

• Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings: 
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 

• 401(k) with up to a 7% company match 
• 3 Weeks PTO
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Healthy work/life balance

How your role contributes to that mission:

We are looking for a VAT Operator in Hull, Iowa.  The Vat Operator is responsible for making curds and whey out of raw milk, post-HTST, ensuring food safety standards are adhered to.

• Complete Pre-Operational log before starting production run.
• Make proper connections from starter room, cream silo, and UF (Ultra-filtration) silo for injection.
• Collect samples as needed.
• Add required ingredients into the cheese vat as needed.
• Monitor all equipment and recording charts to ensure everything is working correctly and within parameters.
• Monitor pH at pump over and on the tables; adjust Starter usage as needed.

The profile that shares this sense of contribution:

• High School Education or equivalent preferred.
• No experience required; in-house training provided.

• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; complete simple checklists and complete required documentation.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.

A role with purpose and lasting impact.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. 

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.