Cook / Molder Operator

Dairy Farmers of America•Turlock, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Monitor and assist with the process of cooking and molding of cheese curds. Work with the lab department to meet customer's expectations of cheese product.

Requirements

Must have basic math skills
Must participate in the safety observation program
Must follow all safety, GMP, CI, and HACCP programs
Must be able to work safely around chemicals and moving equipment
Must be able to maintain work area up to 5S standards
Must be able to read, write and speak English

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Adjust temperatures cheese cook temps as needed for different recipes
Mold cheese to proper weights and shapes
Adds correct amount of smoke flavoring to vats as required
Grind and add rework to the tables
Change molds as needed
Submit sample for lab testing
Complete production logs accurately
Ensure correct vat separation from the cooker to the brine
CIP the cooker
Performs table operator duties and covers them for lunch and breaks
Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive
Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment
Attend required training, including but not limited to, Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity
Responsible for monitoring and taking corrective actions when necessary for a critical control point as part of the plant HACCP plan
Ensure that all documentation is done correctly and turned in promptly