Day Shift Whey Machine Operator III at Great Lakes Cheese in FRANKLINVILLE, New York

Job Description:

Job Overview

The Whey Machine Operator is responsible for assisting in all membrane processing operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate and clean the U.F. / N.F.s / R.O.s and other membrane equipment in automatic and manual modes.
• Operate and clean the HTSTs / pasteurizers to the satisfaction of all regulatory agencies.
• Operate and clean separators, clarifiers, and other fines removing equipment in manual and automatic mode.
• Operate, clean and sanitize all associated whey processing plant areas and equipment to ensure all regulatory agency requirements are met for food grade whey.
• Troubleshoot, adjust and solve any processing problems to produce an acceptable final product.
• Perform lab work and maintain all records as required.
• Train and oversee work of trainees.
• Obtain and maintain any licenses required.
• Receive and ship cream, chemical and salt whey load outs.
• Work overtime/holidays as required.
• All GLC employees are expected to produce products that exceed the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

The pay for this position is $24.35 to $24.90. All offers will be based on a candidate's skills, prior relevant experience, applicable degrees and certifications, and internal equity. This range is specific to New York and may not be applicable to other locations.

Required Education and Experience

• Ability to adapt to change quickly.
• Ability to understand the basic operation of evaporator and dryer and be capable of making process adjustments to them.
• Basic computer skills required.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
• Ability to make minor decisions based on standard practices.
• Basic math skills to adjust process changes.
• SAP experience.

Working Conditions

• Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.

• Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.

• Product weight: up to 50 lbs.

• Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

Nearest Major Market: Jamestown

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