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Position Summary:

Responsible for proper set-up of equipment and process system for aseptic plant operations. Transfers ingredients into and out of storage as needed. Stages and prepares ingredients for batch production. Mixes ingredients according to batch sheets. Maintains constant levels of product to packaging plant. Monitors and corrects process parameters as needed. Utilizes machine interfaces. Performs sampling of each batch for Quality Assurance purposes. Operates clean in place systems and performs sanitation duties as needed

Essential Functions

• Conduct equipment set up in accordance with Task Breakdown Sheets (TBS) and Job Instructions (JI).

• Perform batch production as per batch sheet instructions including verification of ingredients, lot numbers, and quantities.

• Scan ingredients and base into SAP and ensure that the quantity is accurate.

• Monitor and correct critical process parameters such as temperature, pressure, and flow as needed.

• Monitor process controls of UHT Processer(s).

• Perform in process tests to verify product quality using lab equipment to include, but the operation of CEM, titration, and pH machines.

• Perform clean up and sanitation duties throughout your work day as required.

• Unload tankers and manage storage tanks.

• Maintain appropriate documentation.

• Ensure food safety and quality protocols are followed at all times.

• Ensure all GMP and safety regulations are followed continuously.

• Utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, safety glasses, face shields, safety harnesses, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves and aprons.

• Responsible for reporting food safety issues to their supervisor and or the Quality Assurance Department.

Secondary Functions

• Other duties as assigned.

• Responsible for providing coverage in the absence of other Mix and Blend Operators.

Supervisory responsibilities: This position is not supervisory in nature.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Ability to operate with moderate supervision, be detail oriented, and exercise independent judgment.

• Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem analysis skills.

• Strong interpersonal communication skills including the ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

• Strong basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).

• Self directed, critical decision-making skills, creativity.

• Basic technology programming (database setup, setting up defaults), understanding of automatic systems and controls.

• Ability to troubleshoot automatic machine problems.

• Basic computer knowledge (ability to operate window based systems).

• Ability to push up to 300 pounds and pull up to 500 pounds with mechanical assistance, and lift and/or carry up to 55 pounds frequently. For items over 55 pounds or awkward items, two or more employees will lift and/or carry using the buddy system.

• Ability to learn Plant master and SAP application

• Ability to work safely with automatic chemical dosing systems.

Minimum qualifications:

High school degree or equivalent required. Six months plus food processing and/or production experience preferred. Ability to become certified forklift operator. Certification from Better Process School preferred.

Working conditions:

• Extensive close work with heavy lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying in a non-climate controlled environment. Subject to continuous walking, standing, repetitive motions including frequent stooping, finger work, grasping, reaching, bending and climbing of stairs and ladders.

• Use of and exposure to hazardous materials, high voltage, hot pipes, heat, humidity, and strong odors.

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts and performing above ground platform work.

• The noise level is typically moderate to loud.

• Mandatory overtime may be required.

• Alternative Work Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 3 or 4 days per week

  • Front Half Days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, every other Wednesday 6am-6:30pm

  • Back Half Days: Every other Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 6am-6:30pm

  • Front Half Nights: Every other Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday 6pm-6:30am

  • Back Half Nights: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, every other Saturday 6pm-6:30am

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.