Pasteurizer PA

MDVA•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Pasteurizer is responsible for adhering to food safety, quality assurance, and GMP policies and procedures during dairy processing. Under the supervision of the Production Supervisor/Manager, the role ensures pathogens are pasteurized and product is homogenized. The position operates and maintains pasteurization units, homogenizers, batching equipment, and related equipment in a dairy production environment. Work is scheduled Wednesday through Sunday, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM, with a willingness to work overtime, different days or shifts for coverage, extra days, and holidays as needed. The starting rate is $25.79 per hour, with a union wage progression to $29.02 after six months and $32.24 after one year of continuous service. Maola Local Dairies is a farmer-owned cooperative founded in 1920 that produces and delivers dairy products while investing in its people, communities, quality, innovation, and sustainability. The company offers a union benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and more.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma; higher education or certification is required.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
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; stand and walk; and reach, bend, extend, and lift 50–60 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Batch and pasteurize products in the production of finished dairy goods.
Monitor dairy production and follow Standard Operating Procedures for batching and processing.
Monitor fats, total solids, allergens, cryoscopy, and other processing measures, and report deficiencies.
Complete pre-operational, system start-up, and in-process monitoring activities in accordance with the HACCP Plan.
Operate homogenizing and pasteurizing equipment, make necessary adjustments, and troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.
Follow the mix batching schedule and ensure raw batching is completed according to formulations and standards using batch sheets.
Adhere to food safety, quality assurance, and GMP policies and procedures throughout pasteurizing.
Handle raw ingredients and materials according to manufacturers’ 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.
Sanitize equipment, including CIP/SIP and hand cleaning, and maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
Support the 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.