Ice Cream Operator 1

Tillamook County Creamery Association•Decatur, IL

4d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

Come join the Tillamook Team, one of the fastest-growing dairy brands in the US, where we Play to Win to create over 200 dairy products in 7 different categories: cheese, ice cream, yogurt, sour cream, butter, cream cheese and frozen meals. Our Uncompromising Quality has led us to become the #1 Cheddar, #2 Cream Cheese and #3 Family Size Ice Cream brand, but we’re not stopping there. We’re loading up for our best years to come and want you to join us. As a farmer-owned cooperative since 1909, we know that being Good Stewards for our stakeholders and doing a little extra always pays off. We’re looking for team members with a One Team and Genuine Care mindset who are inspired to share the delight of the Tillamook brand with each other and others every day. The Operator 1 assists in the production of ice cream including but not limited to; palletizing ice cream cartons, making mix, operating machinery and inspecting product to ensure quality.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required
Must be able to meet physical demands of job, this includes lifting up to 20-35 lbs repetitively and 60 lbs occasionally, standing, and doing repetitive tasks safely
Understand and participate in all CIP and cleaning activities including but not limited to hook-ups, foaming, controls, titrations
Keep production lines stocked with materials to make products, this includes ingredients, packaging material
Be able to work in an environment that has fluctuating temperatures, including freezer environments, refrigerated, hot, and ambient
Must be able to take guidance from Team Leads, Supervisors or any other members of Management Team
Must be able to work in a small team environment with limited resources at times
Must be capable of becoming proficient in forklift and pallet jack operations
Basic computer skills that allow you to complete tasks associated with the job, this also includes mandatory safety and food safety training
Basic understanding of how we receive mix from the mix process, OP1 is not required to be proficient in mix making but needs to understand it’s role in the overall ice cream process
Ability to work harmoniously with others
Regular and reliable attendance on-site is required
Must be able to work 12-hour shifts with rotating nights off
Weekend and off-shift work is required
Duties may include repetitive motion of hands and lifting up to 60 pounds
Ability to obtain Forklift Certification and Pallet Jack certifications are required

Nice To Haves

1 – 3 years related manufacturing experience/training preferred
Man Lift certification and Pasteurization license is preferred

Responsibilities

Assists in the production of ice cream including but not limited to; palletizing ice cream cartons, making mix, operating machinery and inspecting product to ensure quality
Become proficient in production, packaging, warehousing, and cleaning of ice cream make process and surrounding area
Meet physical demands of job, this includes lifting up to 20-35 lbs repetitively and 60 lbs occasionally, standing, and doing repetitive tasks safely
Understand and participate in all CIP and cleaning activities including but not limited to hook-ups, foaming, controls, titrations
Keep production lines stocked with materials to make products, this includes ingredients, packaging material
Be able to work in an environment that has fluctuating temperatures, including freezer environments, refrigerated, hot, and ambient
Take guidance from Team Leads, Supervisors or any other members of Management Team
Work in a small team environment with limited resources at times
Become proficient in forklift and pallet jack operations
Complete tasks associated with the job using basic computer skills, this also includes mandatory safety and food safety training
Understand how we receive mix from the mix process, OP1 is not required to be proficient in mix making but needs to understand it’s role in the overall ice cream process
Work harmoniously with others
Regular and reliable attendance on-site is required
Performs all other duties as assigned
Work 12-hour shifts with rotating nights off