Butter Operator CC

About the role

The Butter Operator plays an essential role in cream handling, production, and packaging. This position is responsible for operating the butter churns, monitoring the churning process, packaging finished butter products, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors butter churn equipment in accordance with production specifications.
• Makes measurements and loads cream into the churn; monitors temperature, timing, and butterfat levels.
• Adjusts churn settings based on product specifications and production schedules.
• Meters ingredients into the churning process based on product recipes.
• Performs in-process quality checks to ensure butter texture, color, and consistency meet standards.
• Operates butter packaging machines and manually packs butter into cartons or containers.
• Lables and codes finished product according to company, customer, and regulatory standards.
• Palletizes and prepares products for cold storage or shipment.
• Tracks production quantities and completes batch records accurately.
• Cleans and sanitizes butter production and related equipment.
• Conducts pre-operational and post-operational sanitation checks to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Supports audits and inspections related to sanitation and Good Manufacturing Procedure (GMP) compliance.
• Trains team members on standard operating procedures, safety practices, and quality protocols to ensure consistent performance.
• Complies with all company policies related to safety, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), GMP, and food quality; immediately reports any concerns to appropriate personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency is preferred (GED).
• 2-3 years of food manufacturing experience desirable, operator experience preferred.
• Alignment with Company Values: Demonstrates behaviors and values that reflect the company’s culture.
• Adaptability: Responds positively to change and adjusts effectively to added information, evolving priorities, and shifting circumstances.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains a high standard of accuracy and thoroughness in all work activities.
• Decision Making: Evaluates all options and determines the best option for success.
• Effective Communication: Clearly and respectfully conveys information and ideas to team members across various platforms and situations.
• Reading and Comprehension: Understands and applies work instructions and documentation to perform tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Resourcefulness: Adapts to obstacles by identifying alternative paths or creative solutions to complete tasks and meet goals.
• Self-Motivation: Takes initiative and demonstrates a strong internal drive to perform without constant supervision.
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively within diverse teams to achieve shared goals; supports and respects fellow team members.
• Forklift Certification (will train internally).

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$24 to $30 per hour.

Schedule

Not specified.