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Glanbia

Powder Blend Operator

Gooding, ID · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Powder Blend Operator Supervisor's Title: Production Team Leader Department: Production Location ... Operate, calibrate, & clean scales in packaging & pre-weigh rooms * Operate J-truck safely ...

Glanbia

Powder Blend Operator

Gooding, ID · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Powder Blend Operator Supervisor's Title: Production Team Leader Department: Production Location ... Operate, calibrate, & clean scales in packaging & pre-weigh rooms * Operate J-truck safely ...

Glanbia

Powder Blend Operator

Gooding, ID · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Powder Blend Operator Supervisor's Title: Production Team Leader Department: Production Location ... Operate, calibrate, & clean scales in packaging & pre-weigh rooms * Operate J-truck safely ...

Glanbia

Powder Blend Operator

Gooding, ID

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Powder Blend Operator Supervisor's Title: Production Team Leader Department: Production Location ... Operate, calibrate, & clean scales in packaging & pre-weigh rooms * Operate J-truck safely ...

JD Heiskell Holdings LLC

Production Operator

Wendell, ID · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Perform scale weight test weekly * Dump bag ingredients into mixes as formula requires * Load - unload trucks in both load out area and in the warehouse * Wait on customers as needed * Insure bulk ...

Gold Star

Production Operator

Wendell, ID · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Perform scale weight test weekly * Dump bag ingredients into mixes as formula requires * Load - unload trucks in both load out area and in the warehouse * Wait on customers as needed * Insure bulk ...

J.D. Heiskell & Companies

Production Operator

Wendell, ID · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Perform scale weight test weekly * Dump bag ingredients into mixes as formula requires * Load - unload trucks in both load out area and in the warehouse * Wait on customers as needed * Insure bulk ...

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Receiving Operator CRRC

Burley, ID

$21.62 - $24.02/hr

Receiving Operator CRRC Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Grade ... Scale 09_UFCW Requisition ID: 43279 CRR Attendant Burley, ID In every role,McCainersare ambitious ...

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Receiving Operator CRRC

Burley, ID · On-site

$21.62 - $24.02/hr

Receiving Operator CRRC Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Grade ... Scale 09_UFCW Requisition ID: 42440 CRR Attendant Burley, ID In every role,McCainersare ambitious ...

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How much do scale operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for scale operator in Idaho is $16.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.47 and $18.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a scale operator?

A scale operator weighs materials or trucks carrying materials. You can work for agricultural businesses, metal scrap processing facilities, recycling centers, and building material suppliers weighing incoming or outgoing materials. Your job duties typically include inspecting, loading, unloading, and sorting materials. You might use equipment to move materials, such as forklifts and loaders. Responsibilities may also include keeping records of transactions, customer service, and accepting or making payments.

What is the difference between Scale Operator vs Weighbridge Operator?

AspectScale OperatorWeighbridge Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, certification in scale operationHigh school diploma, certification in weighbridge operation
Work EnvironmentIndustrial sites, manufacturing plants, shipping yardsLogistics hubs, transportation terminals, industrial facilities
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, shipping, constructionTransportation, logistics, freight companies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles involve weighing and measurement tasks, a Scale Operator typically manages various types of scales in industrial settings, whereas a Weighbridge Operator specifically handles large vehicle weighing at transportation hubs. The roles overlap in credentials and work environments, but their specific duties and industry focus differ.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a scale operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Scale Operator, you need attention to detail, basic math skills, and familiarity with weighing procedures, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Proficiency with digital scale systems, data entry software, and inventory tracking tools is commonly required. Strong communication, reliability, and organizational skills help ensure accurate record-keeping and efficient workflow. These skills are vital for maintaining precise measurements, regulatory compliance, and smooth operations in industries like agriculture, waste management, and manufacturing.

What are some common challenges faced by scale operators and how can they be managed on the job?

Scale Operators often face challenges such as managing heavy vehicle traffic during peak hours, ensuring accurate weight readings, and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Effective communication with drivers and team members is crucial, as is attention to detail when recording weights and completing documentation. Staying organized and adapting to fluctuating workloads can help Scale Operators maintain efficiency and reduce errors during busy shifts.
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Infographic showing various Scale Operator job openings in Idaho as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 53% Full Time, 45% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,843 per year, or $16.8 per hour.

Powder Blend Operator

Glanbia

Gooding, ID • On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

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Glanbia Performance Nutrition rating

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Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

30th of 438 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Powder Blend Operator
Job Description
Supervisor's Title: Production Team Leader
Department: Production
Location: Gooding Whey Plant
Exempt Status: Hourly
At Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., our portfolio centers on dairy and non-dairy nutritional ingredients. We co-innovate and deliver ingredient solutions and precision premixes for use in the mainstream food and beverage, infant and clinical, and functional nutrition markets. We are the number one provider of whey-based nutritional ingredients globally and the number one producer of American-style cheddar cheese. Our protein systems have transformed the bar and beverage categories - bringing increased levels of protein, cleaner labels and greater product functionality to market. We have a direct presence in 21 countries, with manufacturing facilities in the US, Germany and China, and international sales and technical offices around the world.
Job Summary
While ensuring that their work area is properly maintained, this person is responsible for filling packages with powder and moving the final product into stackable pallets.
Essential Functions
  • Packages powder, seals bags, and hand stacks on pallets
  • Check/weighs packages
  • Apply labels to packages
  • Operates forklift & stacks pallets in a safe and efficient manner
  • Operate & clean shrink wrapper
  • Operate & clean metal detector
  • Clean remaining packaging equipment
  • Assists in restacking and re-bagging powder as necessary
  • Operate & clean dust collection system
  • Operate & clean commercial sized vacuum
  • Operate, calibrate, & clean scales in packaging & pre-weigh rooms
  • Operate J-truck safely & efficiently
  • Validate & clean magnet
  • Pre-weigh ingredients into smaller batches with precision & cleanliness
  • Vacuum pallets and individual bags thoroughly
  • Operate super sack un-loader
  • Accurately select bags & pallets to be dumped
  • Breaks bags in a safe, effective, and timely manner-ensure all product is dumped out of every bag
  • Use utility tools safely and for appropriate task
  • Clean bag break, super sack un-loader, pneumatic convey lines, blender, hoppers, & other supporting equipment as needed
  • Operate equipment manually & by the HMI
  • Completes master sanitation in all processing areas & documents accordingly
  • Fill out all logs and paperwork legibly
  • Help maintain a good safe work environment
  • Takes active role in continuous improvement teams
  • Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his/her own actions and conduct.
  • Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance)
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Functions
  • Regular and timely attendance required

Glanbia Values
Delivering on Glanbia's Values:
  • "Showing Respect" - Research issues & incidents with internal teams, business partners and customers in a collaborative manner that includes professional, honest and transparent communication.
  • "Find a Better Way" - Work with internal and external teams to implement process improvements and/or procedural changes that eliminate non-value added activities and drive more business value.
  • "Winning Together" - Assist with training of new team members. Facilitate or oversee training and standard operating procedure reviews to ensure new hires develop proficiency of role.
  • "The Customer's Champion" - Proactively engage to support our customer needs on an end to end basis and strive to meet or exceed SLA timelines. Take ownership of customer requests and engage with internal teams as needed and within a timely manner.
  • "Performance Matters" - Meet or exceed all key metrics in line with expectations for role. Continually update knowledge of products, product changes, processes and services offered to deliver a dynamic customer experience.

Qualifications
  • Ability to speak, read, & write in English
  • Excellent attendance and safety record
  • Desire to grow with the company
  • Willingness to attend training classes as needed
  • Excellent people and communication skills
  • Willingness to work night shift when needed
  • Must be able to work weekends, and overtime as required
  • Ability to operate (or learn to operate) necessary equipment
  • Excellent record required in safety, attendance, and punctuality
  • Ability to stand and walk the entire shift if needed
  • Knowledge of the proper use of all cleaning chemicals

Typical Physical Activity
Physical Demands
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee and the work environment characteristics are those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements
  • Frequently (51-75%) use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
  • Occasionally (25-50%) walk, lift and/or move 26 to 60 lbs.
  • Rarely (1-25%) stand, sit, talk or hear, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and reach with hands and arms.
  • Specific vision requirements for this job include close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).

Typical Environmental Conditions
May be exposed to ___85+______ noise levels in which hearing protection will be needed.
Disclaimer
Must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.
Are you someone who likes to make it happen, make it better and make it fun? If so, our company offers you an excellent opportunity to do interesting work and develop a career in a dynamic and innovative environment that is all about making you and our business successful.
At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.

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