Spray Dry Operator

Glanbia•Sharonville, OH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Spray Dry Operator is responsible for various functions within the production process, including material handling, equipment operation and cleaning, batch production, packaging, and documentation. This role requires adherence to strict quality, safety, and food safety guidelines, and involves working collaboratively with team members and assisting in continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs
In-house fork truck certification is required
Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment.
Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team
Ability and willingness to learn multiple manufacturing processes and equipment operations.
Basic math, reading and recordkeeping skills
Ability to communicate professionally with employees at all levels of the organization
Basic PC skills
Ability to perform routine work assignments, multi-tasking and following instructions with moderate supervision; ability to work well under pressure
Ability to understand work procedures, methods, use of required equipment and computerized work instructions

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year experience in manufacturing / batching environment preferred
Forklift operation skills preferred

Responsibilities

Pick and stage materials as needed; make batches as required
Ensure equipment is clean before and after product runs
Startup production runs
Maintain efficient output of dryer during production run
Package product according to customer specifications
Ensure correct labeling is applied
Clearly document production information as required: HACCP, (Critical) Control Point, and other Quality Checks, Production operating parameters, Properly document appropriate HACCP, Critical Control Point, and other Quality verification checks
Package product as it is dispensed into the correct container type
Clean dryer (using CIP system or handwashing)
Maintaining a clean dryer room
Assist Batch Team Member and Spray Dry Lead as needed
Follow appropriate GMP requirements
Assist and co-operate with Continuous Improvement ideas and projects
Ability to perform all functions of Operator I & II
Ability to operator all on-site forklifts
Ability to identify correctly and pour raw materials in designated vessel utilizing scales and load cells
Ability to follow work instructions to mix compound, track batch in Sage ERP system and submit sample to Quality
Ability to make washes, emulsions, reactions and magnasweet batches
Ability to trouble shoot batches with other operators
Work in accordance with all relevant requirements including , but not limited to GMP, SQF, OSHA, HAACP, FDA, USDA and internal safety guidelines
Maintains neat, orderly and clean shop floor and workplace at all times
Excellent attendance, flexibility, enthusiasm and a positive approach to work performance
Other tasks as assigned
Compliance with systems/programs similar to Flavor Producer’s Quality, Safety and Food Safety programs.