LUB Membrane Specialist

Leprino Foods Company•Lubbock, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

For our state-of-the-art 600+ person Lubbock, TX cheese and whey manufacturing facility, Leprino is seeking a Membrane Specialist. This position pays $26.75 per hour. There is an additional $1 differential for hours worked between 6pm and 6am. Weekly pay. The Membrane Specialist is responsible for changing and maintaining membranes and monitoring permeate and flux rates to troubleshoot membrane issues. The Membrane Specialist will work cross functionally with the Maintenance Department to proactively maintain membranes. All other duties as assigned.

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
Must be able to work overtime and holidays when required.
This position requires the incumbent to work on site at the facility to be able to perform the associated job responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Two years of work experience in a manufacturing environment; experience in machine operation and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe operation of the membrane plants, its associated equipment and/or processes, the quality of incoming raw materials, the quality of the 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.
Change membranes according to schedule or as needed.
Monitor membrane performance, recognize and trouble shoot and take corrective action as necessary.
Communicate issues to team lead, supervisor or manager.
Monitor membrane units and record daily Flux rates.
Perform work in a safe manner by following safety procedures and policies, critical safety rules, and expected standard conduct.
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.
Perform all the assigned housekeeping and inspection program duties.