CIP Operator

External•Bakersfield, CA

17h•$22 - $22

About The Position

Main Purpose of the job: The role of a CIP Operator is the effective and consistent service of factory equipment. To consistently achieve production and cost targets on a short term (day to day) and long term (monthly/annual) basis, through effective management and upkeep of the processes, kit and systems, so as to ensure that we achieve our production targets, through the manufacture of products to the right quality and specification. Covering all aspects of food safety. This will be achieved by ensuring that equipment is available for production, reactive maintenance is dealt with at speed, and accuracy. Developing a clear knowledge and understanding of the factory, products, and machinery.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
Aptitude for automated mechanical processes with good troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
Excellent interpersonal communication, math and problem solving skills.
Ability to work multiple shifts and/or schedules.
High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience

Nice To Haves

One-year related experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

Assure mix tanks and discharge lines are ready and in sanitary condition according to the mix room schedule
Assist in foreign object investigations
Assure draw lines and production centers are ready and in sanitary condition according to production schedule
Water flush mix tanks after emptied prior to CIP cycle
Confirm chemical concentration and successful CIP on every circuit that has been through a CIP cycle.
Maintain CIP circuit gaskets, and air relief valves
Maintain mix tank agitator seals and replace per PM or as needed
Inspect and initial all package side of plant mix tanks and line circuit charts
Maintain inspect chemical tank levels
Bring in chemical drums from outside chemical storage area as needed
Passivate CIP circuits as needed
Inspect CIP screens and magnets daily
Maintain all check valve balls for all CIP circuits
Assure conductivity, temperature, and flow rate on all CIP units are in compliance.
Perform environmental cleaning as described in master sanitation plan
Maintain CIP rooms in inspection ready condition at all times
Other duties as assigned