LUB Nutrition HTST / Separator Operator

Leprino•Lubbock, TX

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Leprino is seeking a HTST Separator Operator. The HTST Clarifier Separator Operator is responsible for the safe operation of Whey and Whey Cream Pasteurizers, Whey Separators and Whey Clarifiers. This position pays $26.75 per hour, with an additional $1 differential for hours worked between 6pm and 6am. Weekly pay is provided. The role involves ensuring the quality of incoming raw materials and outgoing products in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and safe work practices. This position is also responsible for maintaining 5S standards, and participating in and implementing continuous improvement. Effective communication with co-workers, team leads, and supervisors is essential, as is accurate completion of paperwork. Performing work in a safe manner by following safety procedures and policies, critical safety rules, and expected standard conduct is paramount. Continuous monitoring of equipment sanitation and good housekeeping practices is required, along with maintaining 5S standards. This position is responsible and accountable to ensure product meets food safety, regulatory, and quality requirements by following the Food Safety Plan, Quality Plan, and company policies.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age
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 processes
Good communication skills to communicate with co-workers and oncoming/outgoing shifts
Ability to read/write and perform basic arithmetic in order to understand the S.O.P.’s, Good Manufacturing Practices, and safe work practices.

Nice To Haves

Two years of work experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience in machine operation and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment are preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe operation of Whey and Whey Cream Pasteurizers, Whey Separators and Whey Clarifier, and their associated equipment and/or processes.
Responsible for the quality of incoming raw materials.
Responsible for the quality of the outgoing products in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safe work practices.
Maintaining 5S standards.
Participating in and implementing continuous improvement.
Communicate effectively with co-workers, team leads, and supervisors.
Complete paperwork accurately.
Perform work in a safe manner by following safety procedures and policies, critical safety rules, and expected standard conduct.
Monitor sanitation of equipment and good housekeeping practices continually.
Maintain 5S standards.
Ensure product meets food safety, regulatory, and quality requirements by following the Food Safety Plan, Quality Plan, and company policies.
Perform all the assigned housekeeping and inspection program duties assigned.