Job Description
Job Description
Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ : LWAY), which has been recognized as one of Forbes’ Best Small Companies, is America’s leading supplier of the probiotic beverage known as Kefir. In addition to its line of drinkable Kefir, the company also produces cheese, drinkable yogurt, and a ProBugs line of Kefir for kids. Lifeway’s tart and tangy fermented dairy products are sold across the United States, Mexico, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.
Job Summary : The Dairy Process Worker II will have the ability to follow directions and work cooperatively with the production team to ensure the completion of orders. This position will also provide support to the shift supervisor.
Schedule : Monday through Friday / Start time 4 : 00am
Duties / Responsi bilities :
- Must possess all skills and abilities of a Dairy Processing Worker Level 1
- Report to workstation on time
- Wear proper work attire
- Assist in setting up work area
- Follow SOP, SSOP, GMP, and general safety policies
- Perform all assigned production tasks
- Inform line leader of any issues or questions that might arise
- Ensure the work is being done accurately and to completion
- Maintain workstation organized and sanitized
- Assemble machinery attached to vats
- Open access for pipes to feed product into vat
- Sanitize all machinery equipment and non-machinery equipment including ladders, windows, floors, and drains
- Perform COP / CIP process
- Assist with blending different colors and flavors into kefir by helping operator with blender and making proper connections to vats
- Makes proper connections to receive milk
- Additional Duties as assigned
Required Skills / Abilities :
Ability to calculate basic math and readAbility to actively listen to instructions and understand basic EnglishEducation and Experience :
High school diploma or equivalentMust have worked in a similar food processing role for the duration of 1-2 yearsPhysical Requirements :
Must be able to lift 50lbsAbility to be on your feet for an 8-hour shiftAbility to climb on ladders and maneuver through equipment.