Whey Resource Operator

Agropur•Weyauwega, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resource Operator is responsible for carrying out various operator tasks in the Cheese/Whey areas; providing shift coverage during employee breaks and vacations. People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters. We believe that teamwork—collaborating and sharing perspectives—is essential to achieving the best results. An environment where collaboration is encouraged and valued.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Minimum one (1) year of experience in food plant manufacturing preferred.
Able to provide current, direct, complete, and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others, identifying issues and taking appropriate action.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Ability to work with minimum supervision, adapt to a changing environment quickly, and think independently.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; complete simple checklists and complete required documentation.
Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience.
Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

Responsibilities

Carry out all tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
Train other workers on Operator tasks as needed.
Perform all CIP's, Master Sanitation items, and titrations to insure a high standard of sanitation.
Immediately report any equipment/production issues to Production Supervisor and communicate any variances in make plans.
Maintain a clean work place, free of safety hazards.
Take all area samples for micro and analytical results in a timely manner.
Obtain and maintain working knowledge of production and CIP circuit flows.
Act as Production Supervisor as needed.
Use proper personal protective equipment at all times.
Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures and the Master Sanitation Schedule.
Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
Support safety policies and programs.