RO/UF Operator at Land O'Lakes, Inc. in Melrose, Minnesota

Job Description:

RO/UF Operator

Pay: $26.93 per hour

Shift & Working Hours: Day Shift; 4:45PM to 5:15 AM. OT and Weekends based on business needs.

Role Focus: Monitor overall cheese making process to maintain high quality and productivity standards. Proficient in all phases (process and CIP of equipment), including, but not limited to the job duties listed below.
Maintain a safe work environment and meet all established quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Initiate startup, shutdown, CIP and operation of UF system, milk pasteurizer, concentrate plate, and cream pasteurizer.


• Perform readings, maintain logs and perform testing as needed.


• Monitor milk pasteurizer and concentrate plate


• Monitor Process Scan standardization.


• Monitor and break fermenters.


• Sanitation of fermenters and fermenter room.


• Assist in completion of Master Sanitation Schedule items & other cleaning as needed.


• Perform light equipment / building maintenance as required.


• Provide break relief for other associates as needed (i.e. Turba, Pan, AM Barrels)


• Effective liaison for management / associate communication, procedures and GMP's.


• Ensure good communication between different process technicians and shifts.


• Complete Catalyst transactions as necessary.


• Fully participate in & support the following programs: Safety, LQMS, BRC, LPS and LMS.


• Follow all sanitation and quality SOP's to ensure all equipment is clean and ready for production.


• 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 Production Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Complies with all safety processes and insists on safety practices of self and others


• Shows up on time, completes tasks by deadlines, and adapts to changes quickly


• Able to multi-task and keep up with production demands in a fast-paced environment


• Ensures all quality standards and standard operating procedures are followed during production process


• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area


• Collaborates and follows the instructions of Leads and Management to accomplish daily work assignments

Preferred Education:

• High School diploma equivalent or higher

• Must be 18 years or older


• 1 year or more of work experience in any industry


• Basic computer and math skills


• Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions in English


• Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot


• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful

Preferred Experience:

• 1+ year of manufacturing work experience


• Machine operation and/or forklift experience

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds


• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements


• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment


• Working in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include areas where dust and chemicals are present


• Required to work scheduled shift which may include weekends, some holidays, and periodic overtime

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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