Dairy Plant Operator

Job Summary:

This position assists with the manufacturing of all products made at the Babcock Hall dairy plant (ice cream and milk production). The incumbent also cleans processing equipment, floors and walls as directed by the supervisor. Individual unloads trucks and moves stock between storage rooms and the production plant. The selected candidate must have the ability to operate plant truck (less than 26,000 lb. gross weight) in the delivery of dairy products on the local-Madison campus and to other state agencies. The selected candidate will work well with others, be flexible, and be detail oriented. Work is performed under general supervision.

The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism, and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

Responsibilities:

Works in manufacturing and processing operations. Performs a variety of tasks involved in assembling, disassembling, operating, inspecting, cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining a variety of equipment.

• 25% Provides assistance with assembling, testing and maintaining manufacturing equipment
• 20% Unloads the store raw materials and prepares and loads orders of finished materials for shipment or delivery
• 15% Performs regular inspections to identify and correct equipment malfunctions, repairs and replacements
• 10% Reads and understands technical manuals for equipment operations and maintenance
• 10% Maintains documentation of equipment maintenance and repair procedures for future reference procedures
• 5% Monitors and maintains inventory and required records, and assisting with retail sales
• 5% Promotes a safe, clean, and organized facility
• 10% Operate Department delivery truck to distribute products on local UW-Madison campus and to other state agencies.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Preferred
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

Preferred:
- Experience in dairy products manufacturing
- Experience with cleaning and sanitation programs within manufacturing environment
- Knowledge and skill in manufacturing maintenance

Selected candidate must become an approved driver through UW-Madison's driver authorization process. This requires meeting established driver authorization criteria listed at https://businessservices.wisc.edu/managing-risk/driver-authorization-and-insurance/driver-authorization/. 

Work Schedule:

The position may occasionally be asked to work hours in excess of the normal work shift. The work hours are 6:00 am - 2:30 pm.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $20.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
Starting salary will be based on relevant experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf 

Additional Information:

Applicants must become an approved driver through UW-Madison's driver authorization process. This requires meeting established driver authorization criteria listed at https://businessservices.wisc.edu/managing-risk/driver-authorization-and-insurance/driver-authorization/. 

A criminal background check is required.

A six month probationary period is required.

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to Apply:

Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/application materials:

Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background
Cover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experience
References (required) - List contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

It's important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Contact:

David Niemiec
dniemiec@wisc.edu
608-263-7033
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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Official Title:

Manufacturing Equipment Tech(FP072)

Department(s):

A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/FOOD SCIENCE/DAIRY PLT

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

297751-CP

 

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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