Inspection Operator 1st Shift

Position Overview

As a Johnsonville Inspection Operator, you will be part of an amazing team that consistently manufactures "great tasting" sausage products according to specifications. You will collaborate with Johnsonville members to achieve World‑Class results in safety, yields, usage, and efficiency. Your responsibilities include setting goals and objectives—both personal and team—so that we provide consumers with high‑quality, performing products for their families.

• Setup, run, rotate positions, teardown, and inspection of equipment in your area, including hot‑water washes, following proper lock‑out‑tag‑out procedures.
• Operate inspection equipment including dumpers, X‑rays, and the production line.
• Take ownership of daily accurate SAP documentation of products/supplies (scanning, counting, and documenting quantities).
• Complete production documentation paperwork accurately.
• Support the proper cleaning of plastic combos through combo wash.
• Perform fat analysis offline.
• Manage meat inventory (e.g., meat age).
• Maintain the quality of materials used (spice sifting, rejecting bad materials, etc.).
• Safely and efficiently use grinder equipment.
• Support Meat Inspection process as needed—receive materials, ensure quality, transfer raw meat into combos, and/or place materials in racks.
• Coordinate flow of inbound/outbound products and materials via phone, radio, email, and face‑to‑face interactions at the shipping/receiving doors.
• Prepare outbound shipment, including loading trailers per specifications.
• Plan and execute daily work required to supply Meat Inspection and Formulation teams with materials and ingredients (dry and liquid ingredients, cardboard, labels, etc.).
• Operate reefers and maintain proper trailer temperatures.
• Stage meat per blends needed for formulation in cooler.
• Communicate between scheduler, production coordinators, team leaders, and production reports as needed.

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Strong math background required.
• Complete production documentation paperwork accurately.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds.
• Must be able to set up all grinders independently after proper training.
• Must be able to identify Critical Control Points (CCPs) and maintain all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Must be able to work with chemicals and operate the combo washer on a rotating basis.
• Must be able to multi‑task.
• Must be able to push/pull containers filled with product/spice/liquids.
• Willingness to learn basic computer skills such as Word, Excel, etc.
• Must have a very keen eye for visual inspection.
• Ability to perform an accurate daily inventory on rework.
• Ability to learn and accurately perform all the SAP transactions associated with the position.
• Willing to work in cold conditions.
• Must be able to obtain forklift license and keep safe driving record.
• Willingness to work extended hours including weekends.
• Proficient in English, based on business necessity.

• Ability to pass a pre‑employment, post‑offer drug screen, physical, and background check.

Members have potential for a monthly bonus and 401(k) with a company match. Members also have access to medical, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off, and access to a 24/7 onsite fitness center and onsite medical clinic. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Johnsonville is an equal‑opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability. We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic.

About our Company

Since 1945, our family‑owned band of sausage‑makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave‑able sausage. Today, we are 4,000+ members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We call it The Johnsonville Way—our culture that encourages each member to grow and succeed.

Nearest Major Market: Sheboygan
Nearest Secondary Market: Green Bay