Nutrition Separator Operator - Nights ($28.80/hr.)

Allendale, MI USA
Requisition ID:  30495
No of Openings:  1
Posted Date:  Jan 14, 2025
Job Function:  Production Operations
Description: 

Short & Sweet: To safely operate the separators and evaporators and their associated equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures while also monitoring the quality of incoming raw material and outgoing products.

 

Schedule:

  • 12 Hr. Shifts
  • 2,2,3 Schedule
  • 24/7/365, weekends & holiday's required

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Covers breaks and lunches for hourly Whey department positions

  • Operate the HTST, separator, evaporator and CIP system

  • Start up and shut down HTST, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements

  • React quickly and adjust / troubleshoot equipment to maintain product specifications

  • Complete Daily Checklists

  • Handle and test chemicals

  • Enter data into MES computer system

  • Hourly testing of product

  • Recognize and communicate potential deviant situations

  • Communicate clearly with the Quality Department, Cheese Production Operators and department management

  • Apply lockouts to equipment as required

  • Any additional duties as assigned

 

Requirements

Minimum

  • Able to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Action oriented and the capacity to drive for results
  • Must be able to read, write, and perform basic mathematical functions
  • Able to lift 55 lbs. from floor to mid-chest continuously (0" - 39") and climb stairs hourly, climb inclined ladders hourly, and vertival ladders daily
  • Must be able to support 24/7/365 operation, including weekends & holiday's
  • Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Must be at least 18 years of age

 

Preferred

  • Prior food industry experience

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: Grand Rapids