Protein Operator
Company: Agropur
Location: Le Sueur
Posted on: December 1, 2025
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Job Description:
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.
Keywords: Agropur, Minneapolis , Protein Operator, Manufacturing , Le Sueur, Minnesota
