Position Title: Nutrition Lactose Packager - $24.50
Shift Type: Full Time
Location: Greeley, CO, US, 80631
Posted Date: Jun 27, 2024
Requisition ID: 30062
No of Openings: 4
Job Functions: Production Operations
Description:
Leprino Foods’ history dates back over 65 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose in the world, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” To help us achieve that daring vision, we’re looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated individual who is the best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to over 4,300 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey?
The Greeley Team is seeking a Lactose Pack / Team Member II to help us achieve our goals.
We Ask Of You To:
Be responsible for the safe operation of its associated equipment and/or processes, the quality of incoming raw materials, the quality of the outgoing products in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safe work practices.
Be responsible for maintaining 5S standards, and participating in and implementing continuous improvement.
Communicate effectively in relaying information to team members, team leads, supervisors, and managers as applicable.
Have strong time management and organizational skills.
Meet food safety and quality requirements by following the Food Safety Plan, Quality Plan and company policies.
We Offer You In Return:
At Leprino Foods, starting compensation for this role is $24.50 per hour.
A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries, tuition assistance, vacation, holiday, dedicated sick time, matching 401(k), annual merit increases and bonuses, as well as our annual Profit-Sharing plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.
You Must Have (Minimum Qualifications):
Must be 18 years of age
Must be able to read, write and speak the English language in order to understand/adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), to communicate effectively with others, to complete required documentation both in written and electronic form, and to troubleshoot systems utilizing the English language.
Must have the ability to perform essential job functions
Must wear required personal protective equipment
Must comply with all applicable safety practices
Basic math skills to be able to perform mathematical functions
Ability to complete required documentation, both in written and electronic form
Ability to enter and pull data from computer systems
Ability to access elevated work areas such as climbing ladders/stairs
Ability to understand and apply standard operating procedures
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with all applicable safety practices
Ability to stand/walk throughout the shift
Ability to lift moderate weights repeatedly throughout shift
Maintain a clean work area
Perform basic and intermediate mathematical calculations
Enter data into and pull data from computer systems
Must possess considerable problem-solving ability in dealing with equipment or troubleshooting when supervision is not readily available for consultation
Must have an understanding of basic chemistry or biology, and basic lab equipment and testing through on the job experience, or through high school or college coursework
Experience in instrumentation operation and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment experience with computers and programs
Ability to work Overtime, Nights, Weekends, Holidays, and 12.5-hour shifts
Lifting Requirements:
55 lbs Pallet to Head Lift
Stair Climbing
Ladder Climbing
We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):
Advanced level science knowledge (e.g. chemistry, biology); and lab work experience (e.g. computer-assisted analytical equipment, balances, fat extraction, pH meter, incubators, infrared analyzer (FT2) are preferred. Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
“The culture of Leprino Foods is built by a family of passionate employees who believe in what they do, who understand the value of teamwork and understand that no one person is greater than the other.” – Andy, Greeley, Colorado Plant Manager
Leprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing. Additional information about this process can be obtained at www.psychemedics.com
Leprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing. Additional information about this process can be obtained at www.psychemedics.com
Leprino Foods requires all individuals to wear the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required by the role and location.
Leprino Foods Company supports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disability/Veteran
Nearest Major Market: Fort Collins Nearest Secondary Market: Greeley
