Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description: Michael Foods, Inc. located in Gaylord, Minnesota is Minnesota's Healthy Heartland! Gaylord is located in south central Minnesota about an hour west of the Twin Cities and 35 minutes from Mankato, Hutchinson, and New Ulm. As the County Seat, Gaylord is the "Hub of Sibley County." Our location produces liquid egg, hardcook egg, and precooked egg such as scrambled, patties and omelets. Responsibilities: Shift: 6AM - 6PMBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time off (Available Day 1)Referral programTuition reimbursementVision insurancePOSITION SUMMARY: The Quality Assurance Tech is responsible for maintaining inspection logs and performing several different tests to guarantee only the highest quality product is being produced.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Collect product off the line to check weight, pH, temperature, package integrity, diameters, ingredient samples and samples for solids, micro, shelf life and temperature abuse testing. Silo and balance tank samples or other samples as assigned.Complete QA control charts and inspection log sheet.Check packages and master carton for proper coding to meet USDA and company standards.Complete HACCP Guidelines.Report any detected abnormalities to the Lead, Supervisors or Operators.Perform a recheck of out of spec product produced.Perform SAP functions. (Blocking product, locating pallet production time, Transfer orders)Calibrate pH meter, thermometers, viscosity meter and scales to ensure equipment is accurate. Follow-up on defective product.Perform laboratory duties: AOAC and CEM solids testing, viscosity, swabbing program, PCE/BK/HCK Pre-OPP inspection, and customer specifications; making Elopak dye, organoleptic testing, setting of critic pump, monitor pH. –sodium levels in patties, greening.Monitor label declared weights on all products produced.Foster open communications with all departments.Evaluate physical attributes: code, shape of product, bake out, sanitizer concentration check. Follow USDA, FSIS, FDA, CN, Customer and Company guidelines.Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality of MFI products.Perform other duties as assigned.#firstinpeople Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Ability to maintain regular and consistent attendance. Ability to eat eggs to perform identity testing by using organoleptic skills (odor, taste, appearance).Ability to follow and comply with company GMP policies.PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description: Michael Foods, Inc. located in Gaylord, Minnesota is Minnesota's Healthy Heartland! Gaylord is located in south central Minnesota about an hour west of the Twin Cities and 35 minutes from Mankato, Hutchinson, and New Ulm. As the County Seat, Gaylord is the "Hub of Sibley County." Our location produces liquid egg, hardcook egg, and precooked egg such as scrambled, patties and omelets. Responsibilities: Shift: 6PM - 6AMBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time off (Available Day 1)Referral programTuition reimbursementVision insurance#firstinpeoplePOSITION SUMMARY: The Quality Assurance Tech is responsible for maintaining inspection logs and performing several different tests to guarantee only the highest quality product is being produced.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Collect product off the line to check weight, pH, temperature, package integrity, diameters, ingredient samples and samples for solids, micro, shelf life and temperature abuse testing. Silo and balance tank samples or other samples as assigned.Complete QA control charts and inspection log sheet.Check packages and master carton for proper coding to meet USDA and company standards.Complete HACCP Guidelines.Report any detected abnormalities to the Lead, Supervisors or Operators.Perform a recheck of out of spec product produced.Perform SAP functions. (Blocking product, locating pallet production time, Transfer orders)Calibrate pH meter, thermometers, viscosity meter and scales to ensure equipment is accurate. Follow-up on defective product.Perform laboratory duties: AOAC and CEM solids testing, viscosity, swabbing program, PCE/BK/HCK Pre-OPP inspection, and customer specifications; making Elopak dye, organoleptic testing, setting of critic pump, monitor pH. –sodium levels in patties, greening.Monitor label declared weights on all products produced.Foster open communications with all departments.Evaluate physical attributes: code, shape of product, bake out, sanitizer concentration check. Follow USDA, FSIS, FDA, CN, Customer and Company guidelines.Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality of MFI products.Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Ability to maintain regular and consistent attendance. Ability to eat eggs to perform identity testing by using organoleptic skills (odor, taste, appearance).Ability to follow and comply with company GMP policies.PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description: Michael Foods, Inc. located in Gaylord, Minnesota is Minnesota's Healthy Heartland! Gaylord is located in south central Minnesota about an hour west of the Twin Cities and 35 minutes from Mankato, Hutchinson, and New Ulm. As the County Seat, Gaylord is the "Hub of Sibley County." Our location produces liquid egg, hardcook egg, and precooked egg such as scrambled, patties and omelets. Responsibilities: Starting Wage: $18.50/HourShift Differential: $2.00/HourHours: either 1:30pm - 10:30pm or 2:30pm -11:30pmSchedule: Monday through Friday with alternating SaturdaysBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time off (Available Day 1)Referral programTuition reimbursementVision insurancePOSITION SUMMARY: . Responsible for operating equipment ensuring only the highest quality product is being produced.Operator 1 – Entry Level (learning 1 area)Operator 2 - Completed 1 area learning the secondOperator 3 - Completed 2 areas, learning the thirdOperator 4 - Completed all 3 areasDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Set up and clean, if necessary, all equipment including, oven depositors, pumps, contherms, Feldmeiers, and any other equipment prior to the scheduled start time to ensure on time start-ups. Perform quality checks on product being produced, recording information on X&R bar charts and make necessary system adjustments to ensure customer and company specifications are being met. Pick up all egg on the floor and keep floors, walls and conveyors free of egg and water to control the bacterial threat and safety hazards. Dispose of inedible cooked/liquid egg in appropriate containers according to USDA and company guidelines. Monitor spiral freezer operations checking for ice buildup on the belts and coils, taking action to correct the problems to maximize the quality and increase the length of the production run. Perform necessary sanitation duties as required to get the stem back up and running in a set time period. Start CIP process where applicable, tests chemical concentration, monitor CIP to make sure process works and system comes clean. Dismantle equipment, pre-rinse, scrub, place parts in COP tank, rise off and place on racks or carts to be inspected by QA and USDA for proper cleanliness. Squeegee floors making sure they are dry for the start of production to reduce bacteria risks. Collect and empty trash in the compactor to keep the plant free of bacteria. Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.Adhere to all safety policies and proceduresResponsible for Food Safety and Food Quality of MFI products.Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphsAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral form.Ability to deal with problems involving one concrete variable in standardized situations.

Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description: Michael Foods, Inc. located in Gaylord, Minnesota is Minnesota's Healthy Heartland! Gaylord is located in south central Minnesota about an hour west of the Twin Cities and 35 minutes from Mankato, Hutchinson, and New Ulm. As the County Seat, Gaylord is the "Hub of Sibley County." Our location produces liquid egg, hardcook egg, and precooked egg such as scrambled, patties and omelets. Responsibilities: Starting Wage:$21/HourShift Differential:$2.50/HourHours:6 PM - 6 AMBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time off (Available Day 1)Referral programTuition reimbursementVision insurancePOSITION SUMMARY:To ensure a high quality product is being packaged at all times.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Maintains all tray packers and ensures proper operations (loading trays, maintaining proper glue volume, etc.)Maintains video jet to ensure they are properly cleaned, adequate liquid is available, correct information is coded, and print is clear and readable at all times.Monitors shrink-wrap machine and adds film as required.Fill in for other Packaging machine operator for breaks and when on vacations.Monitor date on master shipper for legibility and to make corrective actions when necessary.Set-up of equipment and material for a production run.Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe, productive work area.Fosters open communications and a good attitude toward work and fellow employees.Maintains regular and consistent attendance.Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safetyPerform Sanitation procedures in accordance with department and food safety standards (sometimes for the duration of your shift).Run, clean, conduct preventive maintenance, troubleshoot extended run fillers, i.e.: Elopack Fillers/Capers Scholle.Ability to navigate operating system on tablets in order to conduct required quality and performance checksFollow instructions for ingredient mixingAbility to calculate mathematical equations, figures, and amounts to include proportions, percentages, fractions, and ratios.Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality of MFI products.Performs other similar duties and responsibilities as requested.Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and/or experienceAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups, customers/vendors or employees of the organization.Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral form. Ability to deal with problems involving one concrete variable in standardized situations.Basic computer knowledge and skills.

Job Highlights: Average annual earnings: $85KStarting pay: $0.61 - $0.63CPM based on experienceTop performer earnings: $95KSign-on bonus: $3,000Additional over dimension payStop pay: $30/stopTarp pay: $50/tarped loadHome time: Out 7-14 daysAll expenses paid orientation in a luxury hotel: Roseville, MN, and Appling, GA Job Description:Koch Trucking is looking to hire CDL-A truck drivers to join our flatbed division. Our flatbed routes provide consistent, steady miles and familiarity with the customers you work with. All candidates must have a valid CDL-A license and one year of driving experience hauling flatbed, step deck or conestoga trailers. Apply online.About Koch:Koch Trucking has been Family Owned, Driver Focused since 1978. Our dedication to respect, excellence, safety, and innovation has helped us become a full-service transportation and distribution leader. These values have helped us maintain a healthy business environment allowing both our employees and customers to flourish. Furthermore, our Dedicated, Regional, Flatbed, Marine, and Specialized transportation services provide flexibility for our drivers while meeting our customers' unique shipping needs. With these core values as our foundation, Koch Trucking has provided a culture for our employees and services to our customers that are second to none.Koch Benefits:Paid weeklyAll trucks are 2024 or newerPTO package - Start accruing PTO on first day in addition to three floating holidays each yearHealth, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability InsuranceFree iPad with data package to ensure you stay connected with family and friendsPet policy and rider policy401K with company match24/7/365 road service assistance$3,000 referral bonusRolling Strong driver appFree drivers lounge benefits: soap, shampoo, towels, toothbrush, toothpaste, laundry soap, pizza, and sandwiches

Job Highlights: Average annual earnings: $85KStarting pay: $0.61 - $0.63CPM based on experienceTop performer earnings: $95KSign-on bonus: $3,000Additional over dimension payStop pay: $30/stopTarp pay: $50/tarped loadHome time: Out 7-14 daysAll expenses paid orientation in a luxury hotel: Roseville, MN, and Appling, GA Job Description:Koch Trucking is looking to hire CDL-A truck drivers to join our flatbed division. Our flatbed routes provide consistent, steady miles and familiarity with the customers you work with. All candidates must have a valid CDL-A license and one year of driving experience hauling flatbed, step deck or conestoga trailers. Apply online.About Koch:Koch Trucking has been Family Owned, Driver Focused since 1978. Our dedication to respect, excellence, safety, and innovation has helped us become a full-service transportation and distribution leader. These values have helped us maintain a healthy business environment allowing both our employees and customers to flourish. Furthermore, our Dedicated, Regional, Flatbed, Marine, and Specialized transportation services provide flexibility for our drivers while meeting our customers' unique shipping needs. With these core values as our foundation, Koch Trucking has provided a culture for our employees and services to our customers that are second to none.Koch Benefits:Paid weeklyAll trucks are 2024 or newerPTO package - Start accruing PTO on first day in addition to three floating holidays each yearHealth, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability InsuranceFree iPad with data package to ensure you stay connected with family and friendsPet policy and rider policy401K with company match24/7/365 road service assistance$3,000 referral bonusRolling Strong driver appFree drivers lounge benefits: soap, shampoo, towels, toothbrush, toothpaste, laundry soap, pizza, and sandwiches

Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description: Michael Foods, Inc. located in Gaylord, Minnesota is Minnesota's Healthy Heartland! Gaylord is located in south central Minnesota about an hour west of the Twin Cities and 35 minutes from Mankato, Hutchinson, and New Ulm. As the County Seat, Gaylord is the "Hub of Sibley County." Our location produces liquid egg, hardcook egg, and precooked egg such as scrambled, patties and omelets. Responsibilities: Starting Wage: $19/HourShift Differential:$2.50/HourHours: 6 PM - 6 AMSchedule: 2,2,3Benefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time off (Available Day 1)Referral programTuition reimbursementVision insurancePOSITION SUMMARY: Unload trucks and put incoming material away. Supply Aseptic with their packaging materials. Help with cycle counts and month ending counts of ingredients and packaging. Help with UPS and FedEx outgoing packages and deliver incoming packages.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Supply Aseptic department with their packaging materials.Help with UPS and FedEx outgoing and incoming packages daily. Make sure that accounting gets all the paperwork for UPS and FedEx. Help with monthly inventory and help accounting with any questions they may have about inventory counts.Let Accounting and purchasing agent know of any damages or credit material. Receiving responsibilities.Inspect all inbound product.Verify counts of all inbound product.Use trailer locks at all times.Inspect all inbound pallets and document quality of pallets and product on Inspection Report.Ticket and verify counts and quality of all inbound product frozen, fresh & packaging materials.General warehouse duties including keeping warehouse clean and orderly. Help with rotation of inventory to insure that the oldest product is used first.Practice all safety procedures. Operate fork truck in safe and efficient manner. Maintain daily log sheets as required, such as forklift inspection sheets.Maintains regular and consistent attendance.Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality of MFI products.Perform other duties as assigned.#firstinpeople Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.One to three months related experience and/or training experience preferred in a warehouse setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience The successful completion of Powered Industrial Truck training program and pass the forklift certification.PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: Ability to read a limited number of two-and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words in English and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences in English.Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral form.Ability to deal with problems involving one concrete variable in standardized situations.Computer knowledge or the ability to learn the following computer programs Excel, Outlook and SAPAbility to speak effectively on the phone or before groups of customers and/or employees of our organizationComputer knowledge or the ability to learn the following computer programs Excel, Outlook and SAPAbility to speak effectively on the phone or before groups of customers and/or employees of our organization

Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description: Michael Foods, Inc. located in Gaylord, Minnesota is Minnesota's Healthy Heartland! Gaylord is located in south central Minnesota about an hour west of the Twin Cities and 35 minutes from Mankato, Hutchinson, and New Ulm. As the County Seat, Gaylord is the "Hub of Sibley County." Our location produces liquid egg, hardcook egg, and precooked egg such as scrambled, patties and omelets. Responsibilities: Shift: 6 P - 6 AStarting wage up to:$21.50/HR plus $2.50 Shift DifferentialBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time off (Available Day 1)Referral programTuition reimbursementVision insurancePOSITION SUMMARY: Position duties include running of computerized process systems, hooking up silos, performing CIP’s of silos and equipment, blending and sanitation tasks in a manner that results in the optimum production of quality products while maintaining a safe, sterile and efficient operation. Alternative titles may include: Pasteurizer Operator, Aseptic Systems Operator, Process TechnicianDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Ability and willingness to assist in other areas of the business as needed.Ability to operate the HTST processing system, CIP system and records all time, temperature, pressure, and flow rates as required by the company. Detects and reports or acts upon any system abnormality to reduce the risk of and damage to the system or product. Understanding of how an aseptic system operates and how sanitation, bacterial control, and sterilization are related to it in the process as well as work area to achieve the high quality standards set by the company. Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor maintenance repairs.Coordinated with the packaging lead person the status of the system to allow timely hook up and startup of the production line. Clean silos, mix room, totes, pumps, UHT press, hooking up all CIP lines necessary. Monitor and troubleshoot CIP systems to ensure they are operating properly. Check the chemical concentration to make sure that the concentration is in line to clean all equipment satisfying the company and USDA standards.Monitors the chemical usage in the chemical rooms making sure all drums have chemical in them and operating correctly to meet the correct PPM for each chemical cycle set by the company.Prepare written reports and maintain assigned logs, records, and other documentation required by the company and USDA.Have complete knowledge of mix room and equipment. Blend mixed products using outlined mix procedures.Fosters open communications and a good attitude toward work and fellow employees. Maintains regular and consistent attendance.Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality of MFI products.Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.Perform other duties as assigned.#firstinpeople Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:Must have the ability to work in high and confined spaces while following safety procedures.Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends when requiredPREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent. Three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups, customers/vendors or employees of the organization.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Ability to prioritize and follow directions with little/no supervision. Must have ability to do multi-functional tasks. Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends when required. Bi-lingual (Spanish-English) is a plus.

Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description: Michael Foods, Inc. located in Gaylord, Minnesota is Minnesota's Healthy Heartland! Gaylord is located in south central Minnesota about an hour west of the Twin Cities and 35 minutes from Mankato, Hutchinson, and New Ulm. As the County Seat, Gaylord is the "Hub of Sibley County." Our location produces liquid egg, hardcook egg, and precooked egg such as scrambled, patties and omelets. Responsibilities: Shift: 6 P - 6 AStarting wage up to:$21.50/HR plus $2.50 Shift DifferentialBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time off (Available Day 1)Referral programTuition reimbursementVision insurancePOSITION SUMMARY: Position duties include running of computerized process systems, hooking up silos, performing CIP’s of silos and equipment, blending and sanitation tasks in a manner that results in the optimum production of quality products while maintaining a safe, sterile and efficient operation. Alternative titles may include: Pasteurizer Operator, Aseptic Systems Operator, Process TechnicianDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Ability and willingness to assist in other areas of the business as needed.Ability to operate the HTST processing system, CIP system and records all time, temperature, pressure, and flow rates as required by the company. Detects and reports or acts upon any system abnormality to reduce the risk of and damage to the system or product. Understanding of how an aseptic system operates and how sanitation, bacterial control, and sterilization are related to it in the process as well as work area to achieve the high quality standards set by the company. Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor maintenance repairs.Coordinated with the packaging lead person the status of the system to allow timely hook up and startup of the production line. Clean silos, mix room, totes, pumps, UHT press, hooking up all CIP lines necessary. Monitor and troubleshoot CIP systems to ensure they are operating properly. Check the chemical concentration to make sure that the concentration is in line to clean all equipment satisfying the company and USDA standards.Monitors the chemical usage in the chemical rooms making sure all drums have chemical in them and operating correctly to meet the correct PPM for each chemical cycle set by the company.Prepare written reports and maintain assigned logs, records, and other documentation required by the company and USDA.Have complete knowledge of mix room and equipment. Blend mixed products using outlined mix procedures.Fosters open communications and a good attitude toward work and fellow employees. Maintains regular and consistent attendance.Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality of MFI products.Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.Perform other duties as assigned.#firstinpeople Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:Must have the ability to work in high and confined spaces while following safety procedures.Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends when requiredPREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent. Three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups, customers/vendors or employees of the organization.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Ability to prioritize and follow directions with little/no supervision. Must have ability to do multi-functional tasks. Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends when required. Bi-lingual (Spanish-English) is a plus.

Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description: Michael Foods, Inc. located in Gaylord, Minnesota is Minnesota's Healthy Heartland! Gaylord is located in south central Minnesota about an hour west of the Twin Cities and 35 minutes from Mankato, Hutchinson, and New Ulm. As the County Seat, Gaylord is the "Hub of Sibley County." Our location produces liquid egg, hardcook egg, and precooked egg such as scrambled, patties and omelets. Responsibilities: Shift: 6 P - 6 AStarting wage up to:$21.50/HR plus $2.50 Shift DifferentialBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time off (Available Day 1)Referral programTuition reimbursementVision insurancePOSITION SUMMARY: Position duties include running of computerized process systems, hooking up silos, performing CIP’s of silos and equipment, blending and sanitation tasks in a manner that results in the optimum production of quality products while maintaining a safe, sterile and efficient operation. Alternative titles may include: Pasteurizer Operator, Aseptic Systems Operator, Process TechnicianDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Ability and willingness to assist in other areas of the business as needed.Ability to operate the HTST processing system, CIP system and records all time, temperature, pressure, and flow rates as required by the company. Detects and reports or acts upon any system abnormality to reduce the risk of and damage to the system or product. Understanding of how an aseptic system operates and how sanitation, bacterial control, and sterilization are related to it in the process as well as work area to achieve the high quality standards set by the company. Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor maintenance repairs.Coordinated with the packaging lead person the status of the system to allow timely hook up and startup of the production line. Clean silos, mix room, totes, pumps, UHT press, hooking up all CIP lines necessary. Monitor and troubleshoot CIP systems to ensure they are operating properly. Check the chemical concentration to make sure that the concentration is in line to clean all equipment satisfying the company and USDA standards.Monitors the chemical usage in the chemical rooms making sure all drums have chemical in them and operating correctly to meet the correct PPM for each chemical cycle set by the company.Prepare written reports and maintain assigned logs, records, and other documentation required by the company and USDA.Have complete knowledge of mix room and equipment. Blend mixed products using outlined mix procedures.Fosters open communications and a good attitude toward work and fellow employees. Maintains regular and consistent attendance.Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality of MFI products.Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.Perform other duties as assigned.#firstinpeople Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:Must have the ability to work in high and confined spaces while following safety procedures.Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends when requiredPREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent. Three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups, customers/vendors or employees of the organization.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Ability to prioritize and follow directions with little/no supervision. Must have ability to do multi-functional tasks. Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends when required. Bi-lingual (Spanish-English) is a plus.