Agglomeration Operator – 3rd Shift

Balchem Corporation

Agglomeration Operator responsible for the continual operation of food processing machinery at Balchem Corporation. Adheres to safety and quality standards in food manufacturing operations.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeAlbert Lea • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $19 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in food manufacturing operations and equipment, with a strong focus on machine operation, maintenance, and sanitation practices. Capable of accurately recording production parameters and adhering to safety protocols.

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Food Manufacturing OperationsMachine Operation and TroubleshootingRecord KeepingSafety ComplianceSanitation Practices

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Hard Skills

Machine OperationTroubleshootingRecord KeepingMathematical CalculationsFood Processing Equipment Knowledge

Soft Skills

Team CommunicationAttention to Detail

Industry Keywords

Food ManufacturingSafety ProgramsSanitationProduction Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Requires being able to lift 55 lbs. several times during shift
Participate in Safety programs and work safely at all times.
Tend to assigned machine that agglomerates food products.
Start, stop, adjust, and trouble shoot assigned machines to maximize up-time.
Accurately record running parameters of machine and product.
Communicate with team members on machine status.
Clean and sanitize all food processing equipment and areas are clean and ready for the following shifts production.
Maintain appropriate records for all phases of production/sanitation, assuring accurate records.
Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be 18 years or older.
Knowledge of food manufacturing operations and equipment is preferable.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Benefits

Comp & perks

401k match 100% up to 6% with immediate vesting
Paid Time Off 80 hours vacation, 56 hours paid sick
Holiday Pay 9 company holidays plus 8 hours floating holiday
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Health Savings Account
Limited Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Account
Many Shifts Available
Regular Pay Increases and Skill Assessments
Opportunity for Advancement