Process Specialist

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact.

About the role

We are looking for a Process Specialist in Jerome, ID. The Process Specialist works as part of a collaborative team to help improve the operating efficiencies in the production of high-quality cheese and/or whey ingredients. A role for those who want to contribute to measurable and sustainable results.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting on all machines and processes in the assigned plant location(s).
• Identify problem areas or areas for improvement in production; determine a course of action; help implement improvement and corrective actions in these areas.
• Obtain and maintain good knowledge of cheese make, cheese conversion, whey and permeate process and procedures as assigned.
• Collaborate with internal and external personnel to develop systems and procedures for new unit operations for the production of whey/dairy products.
• Accurately perform statistical analysis of laboratory and process data to identify trends, deficiencies and formulate predictions.
• Develop and write Standard Operating Procedures for production and cleaning processes.
• Work with plant, corporate and client personnel to resolve day-to-day production tasks/needs as they arise.
• Understand and comply with all Quality Assurance policies; immediately reporting any potential food safety issues to management.
• Work with the sales department regarding product disposition as well as with the customers. Visit customers as required to support the customer’s needs and wants for whey ingredients, such as coordinating and leading production trials.
• May work with ERP (SAP, MES, AOS) system for product disposition and formulation updates/changes for the plant.
• Engage and lead applicable AOS activities, such as centerline and CIL management, loss tree, and 90-day plan development, etc.
• Inspect food processing areas to ensure compliance with government regulations and standards for sanitation, safety, quality, and waste management.
• Evaluate food processing and storage operations and assist in the development of quality assurance programs for such operations.
• Develop food standards and production specifications, safety and sanitary regulations, and waste management and water supply specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Operations Management or Manufacturing Engineering preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Minimum three (3) years of dairy processing experience preferably in a whey-processing environment (Pasteurizers, Membrane Systems, Spray Dryers, and Evaporators).
• Continuous Improvement Mindset.
• Extensive dairy experience along with progressive leadership growth preferred.

Pay

$69,500 - $86,900 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training, and experience related to the position.)

Schedule

Monday - Friday; 7am-4pm (Flexible for business needs)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with 7% company contributions
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Advancement Opportunities