Protein Plant Operator (Nights)

Overview

Hilmar Cheese Company improves lives around the world through wholesome dairy products. Since 1984, the company has focused on innovation and sustainability, with state-of-the-art production facilities that convert locally sourced milk into cheeses, whey protein and lactose. We produce a wide range of retail and food service products and are a trusted partner to premier brands in more than fifty countries.

Throughout our history we have remained committed to our mission and values, and these principles unite our people and guide all that we do.

What You Will Do

The primary responsibility of the Protein Plant Operator is to assure product quality while operating RO, evaporator, and RO water polisher units in production and CIP.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate evaporator, permeate and polishing RO systems, including production, CIP, and related equipment
• Maintain accurate and complete paperwork
• Follow Good Manufacturing Procedures; understand sanitation in relation to CIP, COP, and cleanup
• Maintain and monitor all QC and production programs per Hilmar Cheese & Ingredients standards
• Complete and respond to all in-process testing
• Communicate and work effectively with team members to help achieve department goals
• Relieve operators for breaks and lunch periods when needed
• Perform master sanitation program duties as assigned
• Participate in department activities such as GMP audits, safety audits, accident investigations, and follow-up on outstanding work orders
• Promote and follow Company Hygiene Zoning Program
• All other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor
• Engage in training and development activities and participate in on-the-job training
• Help coach and train teammates and participate in buddy training
• Prioritize food safety and sanitation; communicate any food safety issues and participate in root cause analysis and improvement activities when required
• Maintain a safety-first approach at all times and report safety issues or opportunities

What You Will Need

What Will Put You Ahead

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Required : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made. Employees may need to :

Food safety is a companywide responsibility. Each employee must know their role in manufacturing and distributing safe, wholesome, high-quality products.

This description is a general statement and does not include other duties as assigned.

Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer / EEO. We participate in E-Verify.

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Salary Range : USD 22.97 - 27.30

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