Mix Maker- Day Shift

Darigold•Boise, ID

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Darigold Boise is expanding and recruiting for two motivated and skilled bulk plant night shift mix makers. The bulk milk mix maker must possess the desire and ability to manage milk processing operations in an accurate, efficient, and safe manner. The ideal candidate for this role excels in working in a fast paced, rigorous environment, is a team player, and thrives in a highly responsible role. This position is responsible for following all Food Safety and Quality requirements as outlined in Darigold’s Good Manufacturing Policy, in conformance with the position’s Standard Operating Procedures, and in accordance with facility training sessions and materials. The position is also required to report any concerns that may impact Food Safety or Quality to their immediate supervisor, the Plant Quality Manager or the Plant Manager.

Requirements

Ideal candidate would have experience in the Receiving/Processing side of the facility
Must have capability to coordinate the Batching and Mixing of bulk milk product
Must have familiarity with the Mix Making Process
Understanding of Ingredient Inventory standards and Lot Tracking
Understanding of operation SOPs and operation importance
Ability to coordinate mixing operation with control room planning for contingency and variance
Must maintain awareness and alertness to ensure expedient response to any anomalies in production
Must be able to stand/walk for 12 hours
Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 60 pounds frequently, between floor level and chest level and above shoulder height
Ability to organize and analyze process problems
Strong Computer experience for reporting and communication
Strong oral and written communication skills; must be able to read and follow directions
Must be able to follow instructions with minimal supervision
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Processes, Quality Process, and Must be able to monitor and inspect product and equipment

Responsibilities

Safe, efficient Milk Silo Management and Monitoring
Safe, efficient operation of the separator/pasteurizer in accordance with the facility food safety program
Safe, efficient and productive ingredient utilization
Monitoring and maintaining Batching to Production Timeline
Professional and effective communications with internal and external process customers
Coordination of the production plan in alignment with the daily timeline; ensures proper planning and delivery of daily schedule
Inspecting and monitoring the Batching process ensuring proper operation and delivery
Manage and monitoring of numerous complex equipment units.
Maintaining and monitoring any required ingredient inventory necessary to coordinate with 24 hour production plan
Able to identify and solve problems in equipment and batching operations
Develops a cross functional understanding of the Control Room Operations
Ensures Regulatory Conformance and meets all requirements related to ingredient traceability.
Demonstrates the ability to train others
Maintaining organization of the work area and performing ongoing cleaning tasks in compliance with good manufacturing and warehouse practices
Cleaning and Sanitizing the Batching area in accordance with GMP and Food Safety standards; Completion Rate of 95% or better for all assigned MSS and PMS tasking
Assisting Maintenance members in routine maintenance and repairs in the assigned area
Collecting information and completing any required production reports accurately; maintaining any necessary paperwork in good order
Maintaining efficiency standards set for the operating area; Contribute improvement ideas and initiatives; Work with a Waste Reduction Mentality
Performing other duties as assigned by the supervisor.