--- title: 'Production Operator - 2nd shift at Hydrite' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/production-operator-2nd-shift-hydrite-cottage-grove-xbwfmtwypebh' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-20' --- # Production Operator - 2nd shift at Hydrite - **Company:** Hydrite - **Location:** Cottage Grove, WI - **Posted:** 2026-10-19 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-20 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hydritechemicalco/jobs/8300916 ## Job description ## WHO WE ARE We are a company where people matter. We are family driven. We are financially strong. And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team. ## BENEFITS - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus - $1 Per Hour Shift Differential - Up to 10% Retirement Contribution - $500 per Year Wellness Incentive - Two Weeks Starting Paid Time Off - Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date. JOIN A TOP WORKPLACE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nlFHnnfvhk Production Operator The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for producing products by packaging, transferring, blending and relabeling while maintaining full compliance with all applicable regulatory and safety laws/policies/procedures.  This includes the commitment to attain 100% customer satisfaction. Schedule for this role is Monday-Thursday 1pm-9:30pm; Friday 11am-7:30pm. Primary responsibilities include: - Communicate compliance, safety, and equipment needs as personally identified to shift supervisor. - Use the PPE as specified in the SOP's. - Operate processes in accordance with SOP’s - Comply with all safety and regulatory compliance programs. - Recommend changes in SOP’s and process-related equipment while notifying shift supervisor of any deviations from the SOP’s. - Accountable for accurate documentation of inventory, material usage, work orders, batch logs and move tickets. - Maintain good housekeeping and be responsible for cleanliness in assigned areas. - Be an active member of the emergency response team and associated training. - To adhere to the Cottage Grove general compliance standards. - To enter completed work orders in timely and accurately manner into the M3 computer system. - Become proficient in unloading railcars, spotting and loading/unloading bulk tankers, box trailers and filling containers according to established SOP’s. - Fill and label products in approved packages in a manner that ensures all special packaging requirements are met. - Abide by all safety and regulatory requirements including following all SOP's and proper use of PPE and report any non-compliance. Promptly report spills to facility spill communication coordinator. - Report unsafe conditions to a supervisor immediately. - Communicate production status, problems and needs with other production operators (i.e. 'turnover' of daily information). ## REPORTING STRUCTURE - This position reports to the Production Supervisor. ## PREFERRED EXPERIENCE - High school diploma or equivalent preferred. - Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office. - Ability to operate a forklift; previous experience preferred. - Experience in production and warehouse operations. - Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English. ## ADDITIONAL BENEFITS Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach. WANT TO STAY CONNECTED?  FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA - LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/company/hydrite-chemical-co-](http://www.linkedin.com/company/hydrite-chemical-co-) - Facebook: [facebook.com/hydrite](http://www.facebook.com/hydrite) - YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bs_493NR8RI Learn more about Hydrite on our website: [www.hydrite.com/careers](http://www.hydrite.com/careers) ## About Hydrite ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Hydrite is a leading North American manufacturer and distributor of integrated chemical programs, serving industries such as food & beverage, agriculture, and manufacturing with custom manufacturing, technical expertise, and a private fleet. - **Entity Type**: Private (family-owned) - **Headquarters**: Brookfield, Wisconsin, USA - **Founded**: 1929 - **Founders**: Not publicly available (the name “Hydrite” originated from the idea of tanning “hyde right”) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Chemical manufacturing and distribution; specialty chemicals for food & dairy sanitation, water treatment, foam control, food ingredients, and organic processing. - **Target customers**: B2B – enterprise and SMB customers in food & beverage, agriculture, industrial manufacturing, and water treatment markets. - **Mission or purpose statement**: “Providing sustainable ideas and solutions that ensure Customer, Employee and Partner success.” Also: “Our sustainable solutions keep food safe, water clean, and plants thriving.” ## Products & Services - **Chemical Manufacturing & Distribution**: Custom manufacturing and nationwide distribution of industrial and specialty chemicals. - **Food & Dairy Sanitation**: Cleaners and sanitizers designed to enhance food safety and quality. - **Food Ingredients**: Ingredients that add flavor and functionality to food and beverage products. - **Water Treatment**: Chemistry and services for improving water quality in industrial processes. - **Foam Control Chemistries**: Defoamers and antifoams for various industrial applications. - **Organic Processing & Liquid Sulfites**: Specialized chemicals for organic processing and sulfite applications. - **Plant Sanitation**: Complete sanitation programs for food processing facilities. - **Private Fleet**: Company-owned tractors, van trailers, tankers, and railcars for reliable delivery. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (privately held) - **Key Metric**: ~1,000 employees; 95+ years in business - **Notable Investors/Partners**: None (family-owned; no external investors disclosed) - **Growth Signals**: - Acquired Enterprise Specialty Products, Inc. (ESP) in Laurens, SC, marking entry into the Southeast US region. - Recognized as a 2025 Top Workplaces award winner by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (won eight other years). - Continues to invest in people, technology, community, and sustainability. ## Competitive Advantages - **Technical expertise**: Highly trained staff with deep industry experience delivering custom solutions. - **Private fleet**: Ensures responsive service and supply chain reliability. - **Custom manufacturing**: Ability to develop tailored chemical programs for diverse customer needs. - **Strong safety culture**: Robust safety programs and multiple safety awards (e.g., WI Safety Council Corporate Safety Award). - **Sustainability focus**: Active initiatives to reduce energy, water, and waste; commitment to environmental stewardship. ## Strategic Focus - Geographic expansion into the Southeast US following the ESP acquisition. - Continued investment in innovation, people development, and sustainable operations. - Strengthening the “One Hydrite” safety culture and community engagement. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Family-run, privately held with a focus on integrity, innovation, safety, quality, people, and responsible growth. Recognized multiple times as a Top Workplace. - **Work environment**: Primarily on-site at plant locations across the US (Wisconsin, Indiana, Iowa, Illinois, Texas, California, South Carolina, etc.); some remote roles available (e.g., Applications Engineer). - **Benefits** (from [hydrite.com](https://www.hydrite.com/careers/BenefitsandWellness.htm)): - Medical, dental, vision (including zero co-insurance/zero deductible plan) - 401k with 100% match on first 3% and 50% on next 2% (immediate vesting) - Profit sharing - Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year - Front-loaded paid time off and paid holidays - $3,000 referral bonus - Wellness programs with up to $600 annual reimbursement - Adoption assistance, legal services insurance, EAP, and more - **Early talent**: Internships, co-ops, and rotational programs for college students and recent graduates. ## Sources 1. [hydrite.com – Company Overview](https://hydrite.com/) 2. [hydrite.com – About Hydrite](https://www.hydrite.com/About-Hydrite.htm) 3. [hydrite.com – Careers](https://www.hydrite.com/careers.htm) 4. [hydrite.com – Benefits & Wellness](https://www.hydrite.com/careers/BenefitsandWellness.htm) 5. 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