Summer ONLY - Processing Sanitation Operator - 3rd Shift ($26.74/hr.)

Leprino Foods • Allendale, MI

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The sanitation operator is responsible for the disassembly, cleaning, sanitizing and re-assembly of cheese processing equipment. This is a summer-only position with a 3rd shift schedule. The role involves various tasks related to cheese processing, quality control, and equipment maintenance, all while adhering to safety regulations.

Requirements

• Must be able to work in a 24/7 operation, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be at least 18 years or older.
• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to lift 46 lbs. from floor to shoulder (0" - 58") and climb stairs hourly.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, clean, sanitize, and re-assemble cheese processing equipment.
• Inspect ribbon of cheese for softness and extraneous.
• Pack cheese.
• Feed ribbon stacks of cheese onto the conveyor.
• Blend cheese as required.
• Maintain good housekeeping at all times, including cleaning empty tubs and weighing scrap.
• Observe proper safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Add slip sheets/inter-leaver sheets in-between layers of cheese in tote.
• Fold bags into boxes so none is exposed when the box is closed.
• Monitor quality of boxes before running through the tape machine.
• Perform duties per established SOPs for Dimensions operator, Sealer operator, Scale operator, and Box maker.
• Remove all cheese prior to sanitizing equipment, separating it into rework, redice, or scrap categories.
• Reassemble and make all necessary minor adjustments to all processing equipment and verify proper equipment set up.
• Clean all equipment using foam or CIP and rinse thoroughly.
• Disassemble all processing equipment.
• Protect all electrical panels and equipment from water damage by covering them.
• Comply with all safety regulations, policies and procedures.
• Notify team lead/supervisor of any potential problems, hazards, broken or damaged equipment.
• Organize all parts for proper and efficient cleaning.
• Pre-clean all processing equipment using scrapers and air guns and water.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed