Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing.
• Strong math skills.
• Strong technical skills, including the ability to operate and understand equipment controls, touch panels, and mechanical operations.
• Ability to achieve lift truck certification and safely operate lift trucks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated work history.
• Consistent attendance.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise and changing hot, wet, cold, and humid temperatures.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb stairs, and maneuver around manufacturing equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to work with chemicals, wear personal protective equipment, and follow approved chemical-handling procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds frequently without assistance and lift 50 or more pounds with assistance, up to 30% of the shift.
• Good visual acuity, including the ability to see and differentiate colors.
• Shift flexibility.

Nice To Haves

• Dairy food manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Advanced training with a concentration in dairy science is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow established SOPs to transfer dairy products from blending to processing and the identified filling system according to the production run schedule.
• Operate process equipment, including high-temperature heat exchange systems, rigs, tanks, pumps, product lines, valves, fittings, and related components.
• Follow product processing guidelines to meet internal Saputo, state, and federal Pasteurized Milk Ordinance requirements.
• Coordinate with other departments to meet production schedules, product end-of-run requirements, and product changeovers.
• Follow chart-recording guidelines, complete required documentation, charts, and records accurately, and audit records at the end of each shift.
• Use computer-based software and automated control systems.
• Support internal and external compliance audits.
• Process reclaimed products within established guidelines.
• Perform equipment CIP/SIP/COP/sanitation, department clean-up, and general housekeeping.
• Perform routine equipment adjustments and required department environmental controls.
• Follow GMP, food safety, allergen, employee health and safety, and occupational health and safety policies and procedures.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow approved chemical-handling procedures.
• Identify and communicate out-of-specification product conditions and follow notification protocols.
• Safely operate lift trucks and material-handling equipment.
• Cross-train with other departments.
• Work professionally as part of a team with coworkers and personnel from other departments.
• Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and apply Saputo values.
• Perform other duties as required by management.

Benefits

• Development opportunities that enhance career fulfillment.
• Compensation and benefits to help employees care for their families.
• Opportunities to contribute to the community through Saputo products.