Table Operator

Glanbia•Blackfoot, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Table Operator works in the cheese-making process and is responsible for testing, adding ingredients, and operating equipment associated with the tables. The role includes monitoring equipment, checking cheese pH and moisture, adding salt, collecting samples, and maintaining accurate records. The operator helps ensure cheese meets customer specifications, adjusts table times when needed or instructed, communicates regularly with the shift team leader, and stays current with SOPs as equipment and processes change. The position also requires safe handling and disposal of cleaning and sanitizing chemicals used in the Clean-In-Place process and compliance with occupational safety, food safety, and other applicable requirements. Regular and timely attendance is required; other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Ability to operate, or learn to operate, the necessary equipment.
Excellent safety, attendance, and punctuality record.
Ability to walk and stand for the entire shift if needed.
Ability to read and write instructions in English.
Knowledge of the proper use of cleaning chemicals.
Must be able to work weekends and overtime as required.
Ability to work unsupervised and under pressure.
Must be well organized.
Ability to troubleshoot.

Nice To Haves

Desire to grow with the company.

Responsibilities

Maintain records and paperwork accurately.
Take samples in a timely manner.
Communicate regularly with the shift team leader.
Ensure cheese quality meets customer specifications.
Make changes to table times as needed or as instructed.
Stay current with SOPs as equipment and processes change.
Monitor equipment.
Measure cheese pH and moisture and perform salt addition.
Safely handle, measure, mix, and dispose of CIP cleaning and sanitizing chemicals according to established procedures, safety data sheets, and company safety policies.
Comply with applicable occupational safety and health standards and rules.
Comply with applicable food safety regulations and mandates, including Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Administration requirements, and the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and timely attendance.