FTM GRD Operator

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?

This position is a night position, 4:45pm-5:15am, with a rotating 2,2,3 schedule. The pay for this position is 26.97. 

Minimum Requirements: 

• Must be 18 years old. 
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend basic English language
• Ability to evaluate and identify mechanical conditions and make adjustments or corrective action as necessary 
• Ability to access elevated work areas such as climbing ladders/stairs 
• Basic math skills to be able to perform mathematical functions 
• Ability to understand and apply standard operating procedures 
• Ability to maintain clean work area according to good manufacturing procedures 
• Good communication skills to communicate with co-workers and oncoming/outgoing shifts 

Preferred Qualifications & Experience 

• Experience machine operation and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment and experience with HMIs are preferred

Responsibilities: 

• Operate and monitor the GRD system according to SOP's. Maintain all production specifications (Product temp, auger speeds, product consistency) 
• Shut down equipment at the end of production and make all physical connections for CIP hook up, monitor chemical strengths and reassemble equipment for production 
• Monitor and verify that the correct blend percentage (if blending) is being maintained to ensure a high quality final GRD product. Verify that all pallets are produced, dispositioned, released, and compatible with the product being produced at the dry mixer. 
• Troubleshoot all equipment and identify potential problems, communicate problems to the department team lead, supervisor, and/or manager 
• Complete Start up/ Shut Down check lists, operational inspections, sanitation/CIP - Record CIP titrations 
• The GRD operator is responsible for the safe operation of the associated equipment and/or processes, the quality of incoming raw materials, the quality of the outgoing products in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, and safe work practices. This position is also responsible for participating in and implementing continuous improvement 
• The GRD operator must be able to communicate effectively in relaying information to team members, team leads, supervisors, and managers as applicable. The GRD operator must be able to communicate effectively in relaying analysis information to management personnel. 
• The GRD operator must be able to understand the requirements of the position and successfully demonstrate proficiency in the job specific PSOP JOb Certification
• Complete assigned inspection program duties 
• This position is responsible and accountable to ensure product meets food safety, regulatory, and quality plan, and company policies
• Complete paperwork accurately and in a timely manner. Know and understand the normal operational readings for all data recorded. Take action to correct problems should fall outside of normal process 
• Properly clean and sanitize all equipment following good manufacturing practices as required by company procedures, maintain housekeeping in area and completing eMSS daily. 
• Perform work in a safe manner by following safety procedures and policies, critical safety rules, and expected standard conduct.

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