Lactose Dryer Operator

Leprino Foods Company•Fort Morgan, CO

46d•Onsite

About The Position

Leprino Foods' history dates back over 65 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose in the world, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” To help us achieve that daring vision, we’re looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated individual who is the best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to over 4,300 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey?

Requirements

Be able to work weekends, holidays, and off-shifts
An employee cannot be at the disciplinary action level of Step 2 or greater in the preceding twelve (12) months.
Employee must have zero safety warnings/violations in the last twelve (12) months
Ability to perform essential functions of the position
Must be capable of ascending and descending several flights of stairs.
Must be able to work in hot/humid environment and lift 50 lbs. bags.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing experience
Experience in food or dairy industries
Effective communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team
Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Operate the decanter and refining system according to the S.O.P's
Monitor the lactose quality (pH, color, wash water solids, DLP solids, clarity, visible burn, sediment, moisture, particle size)
Make the necessary adjustments to maximize operations
Operate the TEMA and lactose dryer system according to the S.O.P
Monitor sanitation of equipment and good housekeeping practices continually
Communicate effectively with co-workers, forepersons, and supervisors
Complete paperwork accurately
Must operate the Lactose dryer and Refining system according to S.O.P's.
Must maintain clean work area according to GMP's.
Must perform all work in a safe manner.