Pasteurizer PA

MDVA•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Pasteurizer is responsible for following food safety, quality assurance, and GMP policies and procedures during dairy processing. Under the supervision of the Production Supervisor/Manager, the position ensures pathogens are pasteurized and products are homogenized. The role operates and maintains pasteurization units, homogenizers, batching equipment, and related equipment in a dairy production environment. The position is scheduled Wednesday through Sunday, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM. Employees must be willing to work overtime, different days or shifts for coverage, extra days, and holidays as needed. The starting rate is $25.79 per hour at 80% of the union wage scale, increasing to $29.02 per hour after six months and $32.24 per hour after one year of continuous service.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or international education equivalent.
Willingness to work overtime, different days or shifts for coverage, extra days, and holidays as needed.
Ability to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; and frequently stand and walk.
Ability to reach, bend, extend, and lift 50–60 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Three years of experience in a pasteurizing role or similar role.
Two years of experience in a manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

Batch and pasteurize products used in finished dairy goods.
Monitor the dairy production process and follow Standard Operating Procedures for batching and processing products.
Monitor fats, total solids, allergens, cryoscopy, and other processing-related items, and report deficiencies.
Complete pre-operational, system start-up, and in-process monitoring activities according to the HACCP Plan.
Operate homogenizing and pasteurizing equipment, make necessary adjustments, and troubleshoot basic to moderate operating difficulties.
Follow the mix batching schedule and ensure raw batching follows formulations and standards, using batch sheets as the formulation source.
Follow food safety, quality assurance, and GMP policies and procedures during pasteurizing.
Handle raw ingredients and materials according to manufacturer recommendations, internal food safety requirements, and applicable GMP, PMO, OSHA, and FDA standards.
Conduct and document system verification and monitoring activities for pasteurizer operation.
Prepare and maintain area paperwork, legal charts, and documents accurately.
Maintain equipment sanitation, including CIP/SIP and hand cleaning, and keep the work area clean, sanitary, and safe.
Support the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program by following food safety and quality procedures, maintaining hygiene and cleanliness, reporting concerns, completing required training, and contributing to continuous improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.