Tower Operator (Cheese, Nights)

About the role

The Tower Operator at Hilmar Cheese Company is responsible for running and maintaining cheese towers and related equipment. They ensure the correct operation of assigned equipment, troubleshoot plant issues, and maintain the operation and sanitation of all equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the correct operation and follow all Procedures of the assigned equipment.
• Identify flows from HCV’s to packaging, including completing Product Transitions.
• Troubleshoot and communicate any Plant issues with related equipment and/or Process.
• Understand and maintain the operation and Sanitation of all equipment including: CIP (Clean In Place) system, COP (clean out of place systems), Operator Based Maintenance and Pre and post CIP inspections.
• Perform All In Process Sampling as assigned.
• Notify/Communicate with management/maintenance any problems with equipment or processes that could affect Safety, Food Safety or quality.
• Operate computer related processes and controls.
• Responsible for proper product safe handling and reforming procedures.
• Participate in training and development programs and associated activities.
• Coach and train teammates and participate in on the job, buddy training.
• Place high priority on food safety and sanitation by understanding and executing HCC’s food safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Report any food safety incidents, observations, or opportunities to your leadership team or teammates and participate in food safety and sanitation root cause analysis and improvement activities when required.
• Prioritize safety above all other job duties by always having a safety-first approach.

Requirements

• English skills must be proficient to understand, read, write and speak English.
• Basic computer skills.
• Able to work 12-hour variable shifts, including weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 60lbs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• SAP experience.
• Dairy manufacturing experience.

Skills

• Computer skills.
• Food safety knowledge.
• Equipment maintenance skills.
• Teamwork and coaching abilities.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

USD 22.91 - 27.07 per hour

Schedule

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