Dryer Operator
About The Position
At Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., our portfolio centers on dairy and non-dairy nutritional ingredients. We co-innovate and deliver ingredient solutions and precision premixes for use in the mainstream food and beverage, infant and clinical, and functional nutrition markets. We are the number one provider of whey-based nutritional ingredients globally and the number one producer of American-style cheddar cheese. Our protein systems have transformed the bar and beverage categories — bringing increased levels of protein, cleaner labels and greater product functionality to market. We have a direct presence in 21 countries, with manufacturing facilities in the US, Germany and China, and international sales and technical offices around the world. Job Summary Run whey operating equipment while maintaining the area in orderly condition.
Requirements
- Must be able to work in hot and dusty conditions and go up & down stairs
- Ability to operate (or learn to operate) dryer and associated equipment
- Must be mechanically inclined
- Must be able to lift at least 55 lbs consecutively
- Self-motivated and ability to work with little supervision
- Must be dependable and trustworthy
- Ability to operate (or learn to operate) necessary equipment
- Excellent record required in safety, attendance, and punctuality
- Ability to stand and walk the entire shift if needed
- Ability to read and write instructions in English
- Knowledge of the proper use of all cleaning chemicals
Nice To Haves
- Computer experience helpful
Responsibilities
- Efficiently operate assigned whey processing equipment
- Take assigned in- processing samples
- Monitor operation of equipment and make appropriate adjustments to produce top quality products
- Trouble shoots problems with equipment when needed
- Operate CIP system when required
- Keep work area clean and uncluttered
- Assist the training of other operators
- Read through Standard Operating Procedures and help update them when possible
- Take readings and fill out dryer log sheets
- Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his/her own actions and conduct.
- Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance)
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Regular and timely attendance required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
