Whey Vacation Relief Operator

Glanbia PLC•Gooding, ID

54d•Onsite

About The Position

At Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., our portfolio centers on dairy and non-dairy nutritional ingredients. We co-innovate and deliver ingredient solutions and precision premixes for use in the mainstream food and beverage, infant and clinical, and functional nutrition markets. We are the number one provider of whey-based nutritional ingredients globally and the number one producer of American-style cheddar cheese. Our protein systems have transformed the bar and beverage categories - bringing increased levels of protein, cleaner labels and greater product functionality to market. We have a direct presence in 21 countries, with manufacturing facilities in the US, Germany and China, and international sales and technical offices around the world. Job Summary Have a diverse understanding of multiple roles within the plant in order to cover absences.

Requirements

Computer experience helpful
Must be mechanically inclined
Self-motivated and ability to work with little supervision
Must be dependable and trustworthy
Must be able to work in hot and dusty conditions and go up & down stairs
Ability to operate (or learn to operate) all plant equipment
Must be accurate in taking samples & performing tests
Ability to operate (or learn to operate) necessary equipment
Excellent record required in safety, attendance, and punctuality
Ability to stand and walk the entire shift if needed
Ability to read and write instructions in English
Knowledge of the proper use of all cleaning chemicals
Must be able to work weekends, and overtime as required

Responsibilities

Efficiently operate all whey processing equipment
Collect and deliver all required samples to the laboratory
Monitor operation of equipment and make appropriate adjustments to produce top quality products
Trouble shoot equipment to improve and maintain operating efficiencies
Operate and maintain all CIP systems
Keep work area clean and uncluttered
Assist in training of new operators
Read through Standard Operating Procedures and help update them when necessary
Take readings and fill out equipment log sheets
Helps clean the interior & exterior of the plant
Fills in for other employees while they are on vacation or out on personal time
Know and competently perform all duties of all hourly positions within Gooding Whey
Monitor & Report all product spills, safety hazards, and equipment problems
Take an active role in team participation i.e. HACCP, Food Safety etc
Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his/her own actions and conduct.
Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance)
Perform other duties as assigned
Regular and timely attendance required