At PURIS, we're dedicated to cultivating a better food system and making a positive impact. How do we do it? By transforming high-quality, USA-made ingredients into essential components for a wide range of everyday products. From cereals and snacks to protein beverages and beyond, our ingredients are powering a healthier future. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a growing food industry. You'll work with state-of-the-art engineering and work together with your peers to build a better food future. 

At our Dawson, MN facility, you're at the heart of it all. As the largest pea protein plant in North America, this facility is the backbone of our operations. Here, we take raw materials and transform them into the vital ingredients that end up in countless food products, from those in our kitchens to grocery store shelves across the country. If you're someone who loves to solve problems on the fly and has a keen eye for detail, you'll thrive here. Most importantly, our commitment to safety ensures that every team member goes home healthy and safe at the end of each day. We're proud to share that PURIS was awarded Manufacturer of the Year in 2024 by Twin Cities Business Journal, a testament to the hard work and dedication of our teams! 

Pay Frequency: Biweekly 

Bonus Eligible: Yes 

Work Location:  Dawson, MN

Travel:  None

The hourly compensation for this role will be based on qualifications, experience, market data, and internal equity. Actual pay may vary due to factors such as location, skills, education, and performance. Pay is determined transparently, using market benchmarks and ensuring internal equity. 

Key Responsibilities

• Beginning of each day review with FSQ Team Lead/Manager daily tasks that need to be addressed. 
• Move chemical barrels/ totes from receiving to cages
• Moves Sani-King to maintenance and makes sure they have the newest for chlorites.
• Document chemical loads on inventory for the cages.
• Transfer bulk chemicals to totes, when we do not have bulk storage space.
• Transfer totes to bulk chemicals when we are low.
• Transfer bulk chemical 10-gallon residual into containers for use.
• Triple rinse all chemical totes and barrels.
• Tag all rinsed totes and barrels with triple rinse sticker for shipment.
• Bring up totes and barrels upstairs to store out of the way.
• Bring down totes and barrels to ship.
• Inventory the totes and barrels for numbers and chemicals that were in them for shipping.
• Take counts on titration chemicals and we order to prevent running out.
• Will change out the sanitation mats as needed.
• Cleans and maintains bulk chemical berms.
• Swap out the chemical barrels for the ALX system.
• Be able to assist and back-up receiving personnel in back-up role for bulk chemical unloading

• Up to 3 years of food manufacturing or industrialized sanitation experience required
• Ability to work safety with sanitation chemicals
• Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and food compliance regulations
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to follow proper safety protocols, including PPE and a demonstrated ability to work independently in a People Safe and Food Safe manner in a manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods of time 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly, and occasionally more with assistance 
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling tools and machinery 
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as needed 
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures (hot, cold, humid) 
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots 
• Visual and auditory ability to detect safety hazards and machine malfunctions 
• Ability to push, pull, squat, kneel, or twist as needed during shift 
• Ability to perform repetitive motions consistently and safely 
• May be required to sit or operate forklifts or machinery for extended periods 

Benefits: 

At PURIS, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both personally and professionally. Benefits are effective the first of the month following your hire date. You’ll have access to medical plan options with competitive premiums, along with dental and vision coverage. All Team Members receive free virtual health care and virtual counseling services. PURIS provides life insurance and short-term disability coverage at no cost to you. To support your long-term financial well-being, PURIS offers a 401(k) plan with a company contribution of 3.5% when you contribute up to 6%. You’ll also enjoy a healthy work-life balance with 80 hours of PTO accrued annually, eight paid holidays, and access to a variety of additional free resources. Join PURIS and experience benefits designed to support your well-being—today and into the future. 

Why Work with Us?

Career Growth: PURIS offers a dynamic work environment where you can develop your skills and advance your career. We are committed to nurturing talent and providing ample opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.

Innovative Environment: You'll have the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art engineering and cutting-edge technology. Our dedication to innovation means you'll be part of a forward-thinking team constantly pushing the boundaries of the plant-based food industry.

Strong Values: We uphold integrity and a global vision for the future. Our company culture is built on collaboration, excellence, and a shared commitment to our mission of creating a better food system. This commitment extends to fostering a workplace where safety is paramount in every operation.

Commitment to Sustainability: At PURIS, we are deeply dedicated to creating a sustainable future. Our manufacturing processes are designed to minimize environmental impact and promote regenerative agriculture. By joining our team, you'll contribute to a company that values sustainability and is committed to making a positive impact on the planet.

Join Our Team: 

To apply for the role, visit www.puris.com/careers. PURIS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are welcome, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The hiring process includes successfully completing a background check, and drug screen. We E-verify all new hires.
 

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any PURIS employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment and therefore become the property of PURIS.