Lead Operator - Bottling - Weekends

Interested in a career that matters? At Novonesis, we produce science‑based solutions that support the health and well‑being of people around the world. Our Bottling team in Wausau plays a critical role in this mission by transforming blended probiotic products into finished, high‑quality goods used in a wide range of downstream applications. You'll join a team of skilled, supportive operators who take pride in doing great work, operating safely, and helping one another succeed. Together, you'll ensure products are manufactured efficiently, accurately, and to the highest quality standards. The Role & Your Impact As a Lead Operator - Bottling (Weekends), you will lead by example on the production floor while actively operating equipment and supporting your fellow operators. You'll ensure safe, efficient operations, accurate documentation, and strong communication across the team.

Your key responsibilities include:

Safely operating bottling equipment and performing basic troubleshooting. Disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling machines according to procedures. Accurately completing and reviewing all required production documentation. Staying current on all required training and GMP expectations. Communicating issues, priorities, and improvement ideas to management and maintenance. Supporting and guiding team members by clarifying expectations and daily priorities. Your work directly contributes to producing high‑quality goods that support our customers and uphold Novonesis' commitment to safety, quality, and reliability. What You'll Need to Be Successful High school diploma or equivalent. Experience operating machinery with a strong understanding of mechanical equipment. Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for food, supplements, and/or pharmaceuticals. Understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP). Awareness of Lock Out / Tag Out requirements. Strong understanding of personal hygiene standards, especially in food or supplement production. Ability to re‑prioritize tasks throughout the day as conditions change. Additional Skills & Interests We Value Previous experience in food, supplement, or pharmaceutical manufacturing. Comfort supporting and coaching peers on the production floor. Willingness to suggest improvements to daily priorities or processes. Basic computer skills for documentation and training systems. What We Offer A stable weekend schedule with consistent hours. A supportive team environment where safety and quality come first. Opportunities to develop technical skills and leadership capability on the production floor. A role where your reliability and work ethic are truly valued. Ways of Working /

Working Conditions Schedule:

Three 12‑hour shifts (5:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.), Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Location:

On‑site in Wausau (no remote work available).

Overtime:

Often available but not required.

Work environment:

Manufacturing setting; each machine is housed in its own enclosed room, and operators may work an entire shift with limited direct interaction.

Physical requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to stand and be on your feet for up to 12 hours per shift. Ability to pass fit testing and wear a Powered Air‑Purifying Respirator (PAPR) for extended periods of time. 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: 5/22/26 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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