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Beverage Production Operator

Schreiber Foods · Beloit, WI · Full time

Posted Jun 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Have you run Tetra Pak or other aseptic filling equipment before? Tell me about it.

What they are checking: Whether they bring relevant filler experience or the technical aptitude to learn complex equipment.

Tell me about a time you troubleshot a machine and figured out what was wrong.

What they are checking: Whether they have the technical problem-solving the posting asks for.

What happens at a good shift exchange?

What they are checking: Whether they pass on equipment status, issues and checks clearly so the next crew starts right.

These are 12-hour shifts that rotate through nights and weekends. How have you handled that kind of schedule?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay alert and reliable across long and overnight shifts.

What would you do

A quality check is due but you're in the middle of clearing a downline problem. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they keep checks at the required frequency or get help, rather than skipping or back-filling them.

About the work

What are CCP checks, and what do you do if one fails?

What they are checking: Whether they understand critical control points protect food safety and must trigger immediate action.

Why does sterility matter so much on a shelf-stable beverage line?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that any break in sterile conditions can spoil product or make people sick.

Walk me through how you'd handle a jam on the filler safely.

What they are checking: Whether they stop and secure the machine properly before reaching in, rather than clearing jams while it runs.

How do you keep your work logs and inventory records accurate during a 12-hour shift?

What they are checking: Whether they record as they go and treat records as part of food safety.

How do you clean and sanitize a filler so it's ready for production?

What they are checking: Whether they follow SOPs exactly, since sanitation is key to sterile filling.

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The full job description

As published by Schreiber Foods.

Job Category: Manufacturing & Operations Job Family: Machine Operations Work Shift: Job Description: We're looking for skilled operators to join our team to support daily production safely and efficiently operating our tetra-pak machines. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and high food safety standards. A and C Crew: 6am-6:30pm B and D Crew: 6pm-6:30am 10% shift differential when working overnight hours, $2/hr when working weekends Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Filler: • Operate and monitor production filler equipment to ensure food safety, product quality and conformity to customer standards and specifications. • Safely and efficiently set up, operate and clean filler machines/equipment as assigned. • Actively participate in startup, troubleshooting/adjustment, stop/reset and shutdown of line equipment; clearing jams and reporting malfunctions to Supervisor as needed. • Complete instructions and on-line documentation including Quality and Critical Control Point (CCP) checks accurately and at the required frequencies. • Maintain accurate and detailed work logs and inventory records. • Perform machine cleaning and sanitizing per company SOPs • Actively participate in shift exchanges and work team meetings. Downline: • Operation and cleaning of the downline packaging equipment. This includes but is not limited to the Conveyors, Labelers, Drop Packer, Taper, Palletizer, and Case Erector • Cleaning and CIP functions on the downstream equipment and surrounding area as dictated by the master sanitation plan • Coordination of label and product changes on the downstream equipment • Reporting any safety or maintenance issues to your immediate supervisor or by filling out work order requests • Maintains a high level of productivity in complying with the position requirements Support: • Visually inspect the packaging prior to stacking • Ensuring all boxes are stacked as specified based on item, pallet, and quantity per pallet • Assist Line Operator with cleaning and quality control operations • Rotate line duties as requested by the Line Operator All positions maintain a high level of housekeeping and operating in a safe work environment. Partners also abide by all internal policies. This includes GMP, attendance, productivity, etc. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Ability to maintain accurate documentation • Ability to follow directions • Ability to work independently with limited supervision • High attention to detail • Quality mindset • Strong mechanical aptitude • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization • Dependable • Previous experience working with high-speed equipment or, working in manufacturing, preferred • Flexible work schedule and the ability to work overtime and weekends. • Must be able to lift up to 50+ pounds Education and/or Experience • High School Diploma preferred Certification/Licensure: • Ability to be Lockout Tagout (LOTO) certified. • Must be able to complete and pass required Wonderlic test #INDBLT Eligible partners will receive: Eligible partners will receive: • Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you’ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. That means in addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount toward your retirement every year. • Earn bonus pay. You’ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals. • Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one. • Childcare costs . Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters. • Earn extra money for taking care of yourself. Eligible partners can earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employer‑funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses. • Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber. • Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet and mental health benefits starting day one. • Experience caring like you’ve never experienced it before. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It’s called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time. • Benefits that support your whole life. Visit Schreiber – Care for you to see everything Schreiber offers to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship. An Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Want to be alerted of new openings? Sign in and click the Job Alerts button in the upper-right corner to create a job alert.

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