Cheese Grating Operator DAYS

Agropur•Jerome, ID

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cheese Grating Operator II is responsible for the production processes in Cheese Grating. People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters. At Agropur, accountability means owning challenges and taking concrete action to achieve results. An environment that empowers you to take action.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Minimum one (1) year food manufacturing experience required.
Forklift and Pallet Jack Certification; in-house training and certification provided.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Ability to work with minimum supervision, adapt to a changing environment quickly, and think independently.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; complete simple checklists and complete required documentation.
Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience.
Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently remove cheese from barrels for rework; removing plastic liner on cheese blocks.
Inspect product for any damage and foreign material according to Standard Operating Procedures.
Cut and trim all cheese products on samples and barrels.
Maintain the harps for the Cuber.
Learn and participate in the Viso cleaning procedures.
Safely and efficiently hand stack finished and packaged goods onto pallets.
Verify that each case has the correct case information and LOT code.
Understand and adhere to all Quality Assurance policies; immediately reporting any potential food safety issues to management.
Safely and efficiently operate a forklift and motorized pallet jack.
Learn and operate the bagger.
May involve the operation of a Critical Control Point as determined by the plant HACCP/Food Safety Plans.
Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
Support safety policies and programs.