Core Assembly Jobs in Merrill, WI (NOW HIRING)

Introduction
Deadline: Open until filled
Contact: Billi Williams, Human Resources Specialist - Senior, 715-256-3558 or billi.williams@wisconsin.gov
Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
"Join our team and honor Wisconsin's veterans."
The Wisconsin Veterans Home in King (WDVA) is currently recruiting for multiple Food Service Assistant 2 positions. The Home is a 24/7/365 long-term-care facility that specializes in providing comfort, support, and professional medical services to elderly or disabled veterans and their spouses. Our facility is located on the picturesque shoreline of the Chain O'Lakes, off Highway 10, near Waupaca, between Stevens Point and Appleton.
This list of eligible candidates created from this announcement may be used to fill future similar vacancies (permanent, project or limited term) in the next six months within WDVA.
WDVA employees have access to an excellent benefit and compensation package that includes:

• Substantial leave time including 9 paid holidays and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• The Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

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Position Summary
The Food Service Assistant 2 performs the duties associated with a large and complex food service program. Duties include portioning product, vegetable cleaning and preparation, tray line posts, wrapping flatware, ware-washing, making toast, cleaning and sanitation, dining rooms, pots and pans, delivery, and pick-up, pouring coffee, slicing, and buttering bread, assembling nourishments and snacks, and assisting and training new staff. Duties may include working in dining rooms, nourishment, or snack program. This position works as an integral part of the food service team.
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Salary Information
A sign-on bonus of $3000 for eligible new hires with no prior state service in the last five years, who stay with the facility in the position until completing probation. The bonus will be split, $1500 upon hire and $1500 after completing probation.
Starting wage is $18.00 per hour, with additional compensation earned for weekends, nights, holidays, and overtime, as well as an excellent benefits package. Positions that are 60% time or greater are eligible for benefits package.
The pay schedule and range is 03-09. For current or eligible former State employees, pay on appointment will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin Compensation Plan.
Job Details
We have the following types of Food Service Assistant 2 positions. The greatest need is part-time. (Applicant preferences will be collected at time of interview.):

• Full-time (40 hours per week) positions; 8-hour shifts (Core Shifts: 6:00am to 2:30pm, 7:00am to 3:30pm, 10:00am to 6:30pm). Incumbent must work varying hours and/or overtime shifts as required. Ability to volunteer for additional shifts.
• Part-time, 60% (24 hours per week) positions; 8-hour shifts (Core Shifts: 6:00am to 2:30pm, 7:00am to 3:30pm, 10:00am to 6:30pm). Incumbent can only be mandated up to one 8-hour shift per pay period. Ability to volunteer for additional shifts.

Job duties require the ability to perform work that is medium to heavy in nature. This position frequently lifts up to 50 pounds, push/pulls up to 80 pounds, hand grips up to 30 pounds, pinches up to 15 pounds, sits, stands, walks, bends, reaches, climbs, and uses hand coordination. (These physical requirements cover the major and essential job function demands of the position but are not necessarily representative of all duties to which this position may be assigned to perform.)
Due to the nature of the positions, WDVA will conduct background checks on applicants prior to an offer of employment.
Employment in this position is contingent upon passing a pre-employment tuberculosis (TB) skin test.
A 12-month probationary period is required.
Qualifications
Required qualification that will be reviewed in the first step of the process is havingexperience in:

• Food Production assembly (e.g., set up a food production line, inspect food for accuracy, properly store food items, follow food handler procedures, sort food items, assemble food items, operate food production equipment and machinery)

In addition to the qualifications reviewed in the first step of the process, qualifications that will be reviewed in the next steps are experience in:

• Interpreting and following posted information (i.e., use appropriate procedures; interpret, comprehend, and act upon written information)*
• Communicating with co-workers and supervisors in a team environment (e.g., assist and train new staff, reporting to supervisors, establishing positive relationships, and assisting co-workers)*
• Using safety controls (e.g., following safety rules (proper lifting, careful use of equipment, cautious handling of potentially hazardous substances, etc.), using safe lifting and moving techniques)*
• Food service (e.g., portion and serve food, handle food safely, maintain sanitary work areas and equipment, perform food service tasks, knowledge of basic equipment/appliances)
• Specialized Diets (e.g., texture modifications (chopped, ground, puree, etc.), therapeutic diets (diabetic, low cholesterol, gluten free, etc.)
• Working in a long-term care facility or providing services to elderly or disabled persons (e.g., long term care, geriatrics, etc.)

Items marked with an asterisk (*) are required.
How To Apply
You must apply online on WiscJobs. Click the link to view instructions for Applying to State Service .
You will be required to attach a resume. A cover letter is optional. To make it easier to apply, save your documents on WiscJobs before attaching them with your application.
Your resume must describe your education, training, and experience related to the required qualification listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. Click the link to view tips for writing and what to include in your resume and letter of qualifications .
NOTE: Applicants cannot update or change their documents once their application is submitted. Make certain that your attached documents are how you want them to be before you click Submit.
Current permanent, classified State employees, who are eligible for transfer or demotion into a position assigned to pay schedule-pay range 03-09 should complete the online application process.
What happens next? Your application materials will be reviewed to decide if you move to the next step. If you are eligible to move to the next step, you will be emailed at the email address you gave in your application. Make sure your contact information is correct and check your messages regularly. Not completing all parts of the application will mean you are not eligible to move to the next step.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30%-or-greater, service-connected disability rating, Veterans Non-competitive Appointment (VNCA). Click the link to view more information on the VNCA process and to apply for eligibility verification . Veterans that have applied and been verified through the VNCA job posting, Job ID 3375 , should email the contact below and mention your eligibility and interest in the position. Current state employees in permanent positions are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without WDVA sponsorship) at the time of application.
Have questions? Contact Billi Williams, Human Resources Specialist-Senior, billi.williams@wisconsin.gov or 715-256-3558.
Deadline to Apply
This announcement was updated on 6/15/2026 to reflect an increase to the pay rates. All hires effective 6/28/2026 or later are eligible for the new pay rates.
Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Home are met.