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South Mountain Creamery

Separator

Middletown, MD · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

Position Summary The Separator plays a key role in the dairy production process by operating and maintaining the cream separator and related equipment used to separate milk and cream. This position ...

South Mountain Creamery

Separator

Middletown, MD · On-site

$20/hr

Position Summary The Separator plays a key role in the dairy production process by operating and maintaining the cream separator and related equipment used to separate milk and cream. This position ...

ALAMANCE FOODS INC

L4-Processing Lead

Graham, NC · On-site

$20/hr

... within a dairy manufacturing facility. This position ensures products are manufactured safely ... operating procedures and safe work practices. * Conduct routine equipment inspections and identify ...

New England Ice Cream Corporation

$12.25 - $16.50/hr

Experience operating dairy processing or pasteurization equipment strongly preferred * Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, CCPs, PMO requirements, sanitation programs, allergen controls, and food ...

FRAZEE FARMS

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Heavy equipment operator / maintenance on dairy farm

Pompey, NY · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Frazee Farms has an opening for a heavy equipment operator/ maintenance person for our dairy and cropping operations. Responsibilities include operation of modern John Deere equipment with hi-tech ...

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Elwood Staffing

Equipment Operator

Denver, PA

$22/hr

Monitor and facilitate the loading process of final product railcars, including the accurate ... Equipment Operator Qualifications: * Ability to learn quickly and safely operate various types of ...

SA Recycling

Equipment Operator

Port Allen, LA

$20/hr

The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of metal processing equipment. This position requires the operator to perform work outside the yard such as Non Ferrous recover, tire ...

M&M Recycling

Heavy Equipment Operator

Locust Grove, GA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Stage material so processing equipment, trucks, and other operators can access it efficiently ... Break down oversized material for processing or shipment. * Maintain clean, organized piles and ...

Athens Services

Process Equipment Operator

Victorville, CA · On-site

$26.05 - $29.49/hr

Summary The Heavy Equipment Operator - Organics processes green waste and other organic material by using loaders and various sorting, grinding, and screening equipment throughout the day to produce ...

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Separator

Middletown, MD • On-site

South Mountain Creamery
Food Services and Drinking Places • 51 - 200 employees
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$16.50 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Description

South Mountain Creamery is a dairy farm family: we bottle our own milk and make our own butter and ice cream. We brought the milkman back in 2001 and have been making home deliveries to the DMV area for 25 years and counting! Over the years, we have grown to be the largest and most efficient home delivery business in the area. We see the "excellence in the ordinary," and everything we do is done with integrity and intention.


We love what we do and know you will too!


Position Summary


The Separator plays a key role in the dairy production process by operating and maintaining the cream separator and related equipment used to separate milk and cream. This position ensures the safe, efficient, and sanitary handling of dairy products in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.


Key Responsibilities

  • Operate the cream separator and other dairy processing equipment (e.g., pasteurizers, homogenizers, tanks).
  • Monitor temperature, flow rates, and product quality during the separation process.
  • Perform equipment setup, calibration, and daily start-up/shutdown procedures.
  • Maintain accurate production logs and batch records.
  • Conduct cleaning and sanitization (CIP/SIP) of equipment and work areas according to food safety standards.
  • Troubleshoot and report mechanical or quality issues to maintenance or supervision.
  • Assist with loading, unloading, and transferring raw milk and cream.
  • Follow all plant safety and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) guidelines.
  • Support other creamery operations as needed, including pasteurization and bottling.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Prior experience in a dairy, food, or beverage manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Knowledge of dairy processing equipment and food safety standards a plus.
  • Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude.
  • Ability to read and record data accurately.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods in a cold, wet environment.
  • Flexibility to work early mornings and holidays as production requires.

Why work for South Mountain Creamery?


As a family-owned and minded business, we offer competitive wages, opportunities for growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision options as well as a great 401(k) plan! We look to challenge the status quo while striving for excellence.


SMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Want to learn more about what we do? Please visit our website.

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