Lead Operator - Blending - Weekends

Interested in a career that matters? Interested in a career that matters? At Novonesis, our Blending team plays a critical role in producing high‑quality probiotic powders that support the well‑being of customers around the world. Based in Wausau, this team operates specialized machinery to blend raw materials into finished formulations used in multiple downstream applications. You'll join a group of highly supportive, safety‑focused colleagues who take pride in doing great work every day. Together, the team works efficiently and responsibly to ensure safe operations, strong quality standards, and reliable production that directly supports Novonesis' purpose of creating solutions that make a positive impact. The Role & Your Impact As a Lead Operator - Blending (Weekends), you will take an active, hands‑on role in operating and overseeing blending processes while supporting and guiding fellow operators during weekend shifts. This is a highly operational role with strong ownership of safety, quality, and documentation.

Your key responsibilities include:

Safely operating blending equipment and performing basic troubleshooting Disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling machinery according to procedures Completing and reviewing all required production and quality documentation for accuracy Communicating equipment issues or process deviations to management or maintenance Coordinating daily expectations and priorities with team members Staying current on all required training and promoting proper training within the team What You'll Need to Be Successful To perform well in this role, the following requirements are essential: High school diploma or equivalent Experience operating machinery and a solid understanding of mechanical equipment Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) within food, supplement, or pharmaceutical environments Understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP) Knowledge of Lock Out / Tag Out principles Strong awareness of personal hygiene requirements in food or supplement production Ability to re‑prioritize tasks throughout the shift as production needs change Additional Skills & Interests We Value While not required, the following will help you thrive and grow in the role: Experience supporting or guiding other operators on the floor Confidence reviewing documentation and identifying improvement opportunities Interest in process improvement, safety culture, and quality excellence What We Offer At Novonesis, you'll be part of a collaborative and respectful workplace where safety, quality, and teamwork come first.

We offer:

A supportive team environment with knowledgeable and helpful colleagues Clear expectations and structured training to help you succeed Opportunities to build leadership skills in an operational production setting Meaningful work that contributes to products supporting global health and well‑being Ways of Working / Working Conditions Weekend shift: three 12‑hour shifts (5:00 am - 5:00 pm), Friday through Sunday On‑site role in a production environment (no remote work available) Overtime opportunities are often available but not required Operators may work alone in enclosed machine rooms for extended periods Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Ability to stand and be on your feet for up to 12 hours per shift Must be able to pass fit testing and wear a Powered Air‑Purifying Respirator (PAPR) for extended periods Work environment includes industrial equipment and controlled production rooms Compensation & Benefits Hourly rate: $25.00 per hour 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance Healthcare savings account option Employee assistance program Parental leave Tuition reimbursement All benefits begin on your first day Relevant information Application deadline: 6/5/26 Our purpose guides the way In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. Opportunities for everyone We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying. We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. Explore other openings If this position isn't the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You're welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities at novonesis.com/Career Before you submit your application, you can update your Language Settings in the top bar. Here, you can choose from a selected set of languages to ensure that communication is sent in your preferred language. Create a job alert, and we'll let you know when new opportunities matching your interests open up.

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