Machine Operator – Production (m/f/d)

In this role, you will support the production of high-quality infant milk formula and cereal products. You will prepare production equipment, control and monitor processes, carry out checks and help ensure reliable, quality-focused production operations.

Dietmannsried
01.10.2026
Full-time, shift work
Remuneration according to the dairy industry collective agreement

Your Responsibilities

- Producing and processing milk, whey powder and minerals into high-quality infant milk formula
- Producing cereal products for our cereal production
- Preparing production equipment for manufacturing
- Controlling and monitoring the equipment
- Producing concentrates and carrying out spray drying / roller drying
- Performing product-specific tests
- Initiating corrective measures in the process flow in the event of deviations
- Recording in-process control data in existing software systems
- Carrying out cleaning work using CIP systems
- Performing maintenance work on various smaller system components

Your Profile

- Completed vocational training in the food industry, e.g. as a food technology specialist (m/f/d) or dairy technologist (m/f/d)
- Strong willingness to work as part of a team
- Very good German language skills
- Flexibility regarding new working methods and enjoyment of actively helping shape workflows
- Technical understanding
- High level of commitment and performance orientation, resilience, responsibility and reliability
- Willingness to work shifts and weekends

What We Offer

All benefits are listed on our careers page.

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Application Form 

Submit your documents directly online. Good to know: Our recruitment process typically involves one to three interviews, including a trial work day in Dietmannsried (Germany), so we can get to know each other authentically.

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What Your Future Colleagues Say.

We are proud of our team. Here, you can hear firsthand what it’s like to be part of the Töpfer family and work together on our organic products.

Anna, Quality Management

At Töpfer, I appreciate the blend of tradition and state-of-the-art technology. Every day, you feel that we are creating something truly meaningful for children.

Lukas, Production

Flat hierarchies and a team you can rely on. Having the Allgäu right at your doorstep for after-shift activities is the perfect bonus.

Sarah, Marketing

What I love most about Töpfer is the genuine family spirit. It’s incredibly rewarding to work for a brand that stands for honest organic quality and real values that I can truly get behind.

Markus, Logistics

I appreciate the stability of a long-standing family business. Ensuring that our premium products reach families safely while producing sustainably in such a beautiful region makes my job very fulfilling.

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Your Benefits at Töpfer.

Alongside a welcoming team, we offer numerous benefits that simplify your daily life and make your work even more rewarding.

Health

Alongside a welcoming team, we offer numerous benefits that simplify your daily life and make your work even more rewarding.

Work-Life-Balance

38-hour collective agreement week, flexitime, mobile working (outside of shifts), 30 days of vacation, and paid days off on December 24th and 31st.

Security

Collective agreement pay with Christmas and holiday bonuses, company pension, occupational disability, and supplementary health insurance (Hallesche), as well as a guaranteed 2-year retention after completing your training.

All-Round Carefree

Free coffee & tea, weekly fresh organic fruit, free on-site parking, support with finding accommodation in the Allgäu, and exclusive employee discounts.

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Our Values: Rooted in Nature. 

For over 110 years, we have trusted the power of nature. Our values guide everything we do—for the little ones and for our environment.

  • Highest Organic Quality

    We never compromise. Only the finest, certified raw materials find their way into our products.

  • Responsibility for Tomorrow

    Sustainability is not a trend for us; it is a promise to the next generation.

  • A Family Environment

    As a family-owned company, we stand by each other—within the team and for the families who trust us.

  • Tradition & Innovation

    We use decades of experience to develop natural solutions through modern research.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have questions about our application process or life at Töpfer? We have collected the most frequent answers to help you find your way into our family.

  • How does the application process work? Show Hide

    Our process typically involves one to three interviews and a trial day to get to know each other.

  • Can I apply for multiple positions? Show Hide

    Yes, feel free to apply for any role that matches your profile and passion.

  • Do you offer remote work? Show Hide

    Yes, depending on the position, we support mobile working and flexible hours (flexitime).

  • What should I include in my application? Show Hide

    Please provide your CV, a brief cover letter, and relevant certificates or references.

  • Is a trial work day mandatory? Show Hide

    Usually yes, as it helps both sides ensure a great cultural and professional fit.

Meet our HR Team

Meet our HR Team

We are Melanie and Kristina – internally, we are simply known as "the Twins." 

What connects us goes far beyond everyday similarities: we share the same mindset when it comes to people. To us, who you are is what matters – it’s not about your taste in coffee, but about your values, your personality, and the way you think and act...