Protein Plant Operator
About The Position
The Process Operator is responsible for overseeing the lactoferrin production process to ensure efficient and safe operations. This role involves operating, monitoring, and cleaning (CIP) process equipment, silos, and production lines, as well as troubleshooting any issues that may arise. The operator must handle chemicals with care, communicate effectively with team members, and consistently follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and HACCP guidelines. Accurate documentation of all process activities is required, along with compliance with UDA policies and prompt reporting of any nonconformities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of equipment systems which include computer systems, gauges, product flow, pressure, and temperature monitors.
- Ability to operate equipment and various systems safely and accurately.
- Ability to comprehend and implement CIP practices in compliance with UDA, state, and federal sanitation guidelines.
- Ability to work in a variety of work environments which may include heights, confined spaces, slippery surfaces, and extreme temperatures.
- Ability to perform and comprehend basic math equations.
- Excellent time-management and self-motivation with the ability to complete routine tasks, accurately and with minimal supervision.
- Team-player that is willing to assist others in a variety of plant functions, when needed.
- Ability to take detailed, accurate, and legible notes.
- Basic understanding of food preparation, sanitation, and/or production line process.
- Ability to work a variety of 12-hour shifts, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft products including Excel and Word.
- Previous Process Operator experience
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of food processing equipment ie. spray drying, pasteurizer, and membrane systems
- High School Diploma or Educational Equivalent
Responsibilities
- Efficiently operate and monitor all lactoferrin processing equipment, including the startup and shutdown functions and adjustments of the extraction process, membrane systems, pasteurizer, and spray dryer.
- Regularly monitor HMI system to maintain system pressures, temperatures, and production flows.
- Conduct regular basic maintenance of systems, equipment, and tools throughout facility.
- Monitor equipment function, including manual inspection which requires extensive walking and climbing ladders.
- Work in a high care environment packaging finished product
- Will take and analyze product samples
- Keep accurate, detailed, and legible records and notes of daily operations.
- Keep track and monitor all process Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA’s)
- Performing Clean in Place (CIP) standards on equipment while handling chemicals to comply with federal and state sanitation laws
- Adhere to and keep updated on all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and HACCP guidelines.
- Maintain a high level of communication with various plants and departments to report any issues, delays, timelines related to production.
- Always maintain food safety and quality standards, resolving and/or reporting compliance issues immediately.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
