Raw Materials Operator Night Shift $67,000/Yr 1

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin®, Nurishh®, Pom’Potes®, and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.6 billion in 2022. Some 11,800 employees in some 60 subsidiaries around the world contribute to the deployment of the Group's mission to champion healthier and responsible food for all.

About the role

The Raw Materials Operator is responsible for milk receiving, milk standardization, whey treatment, and product load out. The operator sets up, adjusts, and operates a series of equipment and tanks needed for the cheese-making process. The operator is also responsible for cleaning, sanitizing, disassembly, and reassembly as scheduled and needed.

Responsibilities

• Receive, test, and unload milk from trucks.
• Load out liquid product and fill out required paperwork for each load.
• Use test results and formulas to calculate and standardize milk to be used in cheese production.
• Start up and operate different types of equipment such as separators, pasteurizers, and filtration equipment.
• Operate equipment and tanks for whey treatment.
• Run machines during production and make adjustments when needed.
• Pull samples for quality testing.
• Record keeping throughout the day.
• Maintain a clean working area during production.
• Work closely with Vat Operator to ensure a constant and consistent product flow to the cheese make area, as well as a constant flow of whey to the whey treatment process.
• Comply with all quality, safety, and work-rule requirements.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices as stated within the policy.
• Follow all Safety rules & procedures by working safely and ensuring safety of others.
• Follow all food safety procedures.
• Follow all environmental protocols as applicable.
• Follow all sanitation procedures and work instructions.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Minimum education and experience required: equivalent of a High School Diploma.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions relating to the operation.
• Ability to function as a team member and contribute to group goals.
• Ability to operate a variety of equipment such as simple hand tools and hand-powered hydraulic material handling devices.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects or controls.
• Occasionally required to talk and/or hear, reach above shoulders, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in wet, humid conditions, and in proximity to cleaning chemicals, fumes, and airborne particles.
• Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and sources of vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Protective Equipment

Employees must wear personal protective equipment as required, which could include a hair and beard net, rubber boots, and ear protection.

Benefits

• New team members are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and wellness reimbursements immediately.
• Generous paid time off program.