Responsible for all aspects of the Auto Salting process, salt hopper operation and barrel filling process from fill to draw and CIP. Maintain a safe work environment and meet all established quality standards.
Shift: 4:45am - 5:15am
Pay Rate: 25.86/HR
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Performance of job duties may include any one or more operator roles as needed on the assigned team/shift. This position will cross train as a Barrel Handling Operator.
Able to perform startup (including HACCP documentation), operation, shutdown and CIP of the auto salter.
Ensure proper recipes, ingredient amounts, and parameters are in place for auto salter process.
CIP enzyme applicator between cheese styles.
Monitor enzyme levels topically applicated by ensuring proper recipes, and ingredients are used as per number of vats being produced; this responsibility is to support LOL Halal status.
Coordinate with the vat deck operator and communicate with DMC operators, TQ Leaders and Whey department to ensure all process procedures are in place for Italian and Cheddar production as they vary.
Generate accurate, complete make records and chart documentation.
Follow all sanitation and quality SOP's to ensure all equipment is clean and ready for production.
Performs and maintains metal detector tests
Ensures clean carriers, extenders, press plates, and rings are used in the process
LEAN Manufacturing - Contribute to a continuous improvement environment by participating in activities to include line side problem solving.
Participate in 5S program to contribute to a safe and organized work environment.
Ensure accuracy and timely completion of all department paperwork
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP guidelines and LQMS requirements
Actively contribute to a behavioral based safety culture by completing a minimum of one behavioral observation (BOS) per month.
Demonstrate working knowledge of machine operations and overall production process
Other duties as assigned by Shift Lead or Shift Supervisor
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience:
2+ years of manufacturing experience preferred
Requirements:
Ability to contribute in a team work environment
Ability to perform basic math equations
Ability to utilize computers & software programs proficiently
Ability to communicate effectively to ensure product flow to next work station
Ability to perform problem solving skills, apply creative thinking, use resources, and make effective decisions
Ability to effectively plan and organize
Ability to contribute to a safe and organized work environment
Ability to work variable shifts, weekends, and/or holidays
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position outlined in the Physical Demands Analysis (PDA)
Ability to learn new skills and adapt to change as the organization continues to improve processes
Ability to draw conclusions based on analysis of data from multiple sources
Maintain prompt and regular job attendance
Ability to read and write effectively in English
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