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Whey Production Operator (56225)

Date Posted: May 21, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD
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Job Detail

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    Location Clinton, Minnesota, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Career Level:
  • group
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    Experience:
  • male
    Gender: No Preference
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    Apply Before: Jun 21, 2026

Job Description

Overview

This entry-level Whey Production Operator role at Valley Queen Cheese Factory involves training on the processing, drying, and packaging of whey products for food production. Employees will work closely with experienced operators to support safe production and maintain product quality in a team-oriented environment.

Key responsibilities

  • Learn and assist in multiple whey processing roles through on-the-job training
  • Support operators with equipment cleaning and sanitation (CIP)
  • Help prepare, clean, and maintain processing equipment
  • Monitor basic process conditions during start-up, shutdown, and cleaning cycles
  • Perform routine cleaning and simple preventative maintenance tasks
  • Move finished products to storage areas
  • Safely handle cleaning chemicals using proper PPE
  • Complete production and quality paperwork accurately
  • Follow all food safety, quality, and safety procedures
  • Communicate with team members and supervisors to keep operations running smoothly
  • Participate in required safety and job training

Required skills

  • Manufacturing Operations
  • Food safety
  • Quality assurance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Team collaboration
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Chemical handling
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Forklift certification
  • Detail-focused and safety-minded

What the company offers

  • Career growth opportunities
  • Predictable schedules
  • Clean, organized, food-grade environment
  • Strong, stable local company
  • Great people and team culture

Skills Required

Company Overview

Clear Lake, South Dakota, United States of America

Valley Queen Cheese Factory is a local company focused on producing high-quality cheese and whey products. They emphasize strong workplace culture and opportunities for career growth within the food manufacturing sector. Read More

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