Protein Operator

Agropur, inc.
parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Minnesota, Le Sueur
Nov 19, 2025
Job Type:RegularThe Isolate Reactor Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, sanitation and maintenance of isolate reactor and related equipment in the BiPro department. Invest in you, Join Agropur. We Dairy You! Agropur is actively seeking an Isolate Reactor Operator (aka Protein Operator) at our Le Sueur, Minnesota location. The Isolate Reactor Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, sanitation and maintenance of isolate reactor and related equipment in the BiPro department. How Agropur Invests in you: Schedule: 6 AM to 6 PM on a 2-2-3 rotating shift Starting pay at $27.00/hr Two pay increases in the first year up to $1.00 $1.50 Shift Differential + Double Time on Sunday Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 401(k) with up to a 7% company match 3 Weeks PTO 7 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays Paid parental leave Advancement Opportunities Healthy work/life balance Tuition Reimbursement What this role is about: Operate equipment and control processes in the production of high quality/high value whey products, successfully applying learned knowledge of processes and production methods. Complete CIP of equipment; troubleshooting machinery as needed. Accurately identify information by categorizing, estimating and recognizing changes or deviations in circumstances and/or events. Perform operator-level maintenance as needed. Learn and execute advanced startup and shutdown procedures of equipment. Effectively operate state-of-the-art equipment involved with the isolation of protein products. Regulate production factors such as solids, temperature, pH; making adjustments to meet all set points. Take frequent readings; accurately logging up to 50 variables per hour. Qualifications for this role: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Minimum two (2) years of experience in food manufacturing or a related field preferred. Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues (English). Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information. Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division). Ability to work with minimum supervision, adapt to a changing environment quickly, and think independently. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience. Apply today! AA/EEO - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity 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. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.