Production Associate

Be Part of Something Bigger at Mill Haven Foods
At Mill Haven Foods, we don’t just make products—we help fuel performance, health, and innovation across the globe. Since 2010, we’ve been a trusted leader in custom blending and contract manufacturing of dry dairy powders and functional proteins. Our expertise in flavoring and product development has earned us a reputation for excellence with some of the biggest names in sports nutrition and beyond.
With two modern facilities in the heart of America’s Dairyland, we combine state-of-the-art equipment, an in-house lab, and a passion for quality to produce over 37 million pounds of product every year. Our work helps leading nutrition brands bring their ideas to life—and we’re just getting started.
What really sets Mill Haven Foods apart is our people and our culture. We believe in building a workplace where you can grow, make an impact, and feel proud of the difference you’re making. We’re also deeply connected to our communities, giving back through charitable activities and supporting the families who make our work possible.
We’re proud to be partnered with Select Milk Producers, one of the nation’s most progressive dairy cooperatives. With over 110 family-owned dairies and multiple processing plants and joint ventures nationwide, our partnership connects us to a powerful network driving the future of food and nutrition.
Join us—and help shape what’s next in nutrition.
What Mill Haven offers you:
Comprehensive benefits package focusing on your physical, financial and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings (health, dental, vision, etc.):
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays Off
Uniform Program
Shoe Allowance
Career Advancement Opportunities
Leadership Development
Opportunities to support our local communities
Chance to apply best practices in sustainability and environmental initiatives
Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world
What this role is all about:
We are looking for Production Associates in New Lisbon, WI.
Schedule Options:
1st Shift, Monday - Thursday 5:45 AM - 4:15 PM
2nd Shift, Monday - Thursday 4:00 PM - 4:00 AM
The Production Associate performs all tasks involved in the production of Mill Haven Foods’ products; ensuring safe and efficient production by following standard work methods and practices.
Lifting requirements vary by position:
The Production Associate - Retail frequently handles bags of product between 1-20 lbs. and occasionally handle bags of product between 21-50 lbs.
The Production Associate - Bulk frequently handles bags of product that are at least 25 kg. (55.115 lbs.).
Job Duties Vary by Position:
Responsible for food safety and quality
Supplied MHF dress code policy: bump cap, hair net, beard net, eye protection, uniforms, captive footwear
Forklift Operation (In house training)
Working in a small team environment
Visual inspection of materials/supplies
HMI touch screen equipment control system
Dump pre-made batches of products into appropriate equipment
Working with primarily bags/occasionally super sack totes
Validate weight and send through heat sealer
Complete all required documentation, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements
Computer tasks: complete necessary paperwork pre/post run to ensure all documentation requirements are met
Follow processes/procedures in place for traceability
Validate batch blending to specification
May have contact with federal/state/regulatory inspectors on an annual basis
Operate filler, check weigher, and weigh- up scale; for verification of correct fill weight
Ensure scoops, enclosures, lids, and packaging are all completed to customer specifications
Maintain inventory controls through proper documentation
Maintain a clean working area by performing general sanitation of all packaging equipment
Place scoops in cans/jars/buckets and place lids on cans/jars/buckets
Stack bags/cans of product as it comes off the various production lines
Seal bags/cans of product as it comes off the various production lines
Bag product as it comes off the various production lines
Dump bags of product into appropriate equipment on the various production lines
Sample product on various production lines as required
Operate boxing machine
Palletize product as it comes off the various production lines
Train new production line workers on all lines
Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices
Safety Protocol:
Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures
Correct or report any observed safety hazards
Support safety policies and programs
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
Qualifications:
Education Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience Required:
No experience required; in-house training provided
Previous work experience in a food safety/manufacturing environment preferred
Certification/Licensure Required:
None
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