Production Operators

Company: Valley Queen Cheese Factory
Location: Big Stone City
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description:

Position Summary This position is responsible for operating the drain tables during cheese production in a manner that meets customer expectations and supports the achievement of the company's vision, mission and values. Essential FunctionsOperate the drain tables to produce a variety of cheese types according to SOPs.Responsible for following individual cheese makes from the daily make sheet.Accurately measure and apply salt and inclusions by cheese type.Sample and record cheese at specified control points and inform supervisor of any deviations from defined analytical setpoints.Maintain good communications with supervisors to ensure a safe, continuous product flow and proper maintenance of equipment.Complete and maintain appropriate paperwork and documentation to ensure accurate record keeping. Perform regular CIP and general housekeeping responsibilities. Actively participate in extraneous prevention and solids recovery.Attend and/or complete required safety and quality training sessions by the assigned deadlines. Comply with all company safety rules to achieve no injuries and no lost-time accidents. Understand and adhere to all GMPs and food safety policies and procedures and perform all work in a manner that ensures the highest standard of food safety and quality.Safely handle, prepare and use chemicals while wearing proper PPE.Assist in training of new or untrained employees.Competencies Teamwork OrientedProblem Solving/AnalysisCommunication ProficiencyInitiativeDetail Oriented Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a food production environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to chemicals, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Physical DemandsPlease refer to the separate functional job description for this position.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position, and days of work are on an alternating, repeating schedule. Hours of work for day shift are from 5:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., following a 4-1-2 rotation, working alternating weekends.TravelNo travel is expected for this position.Required Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED is required for this position. Preferred Education and ExperienceDesire two or more years in a manufacturing facility. More specifically, experience with food grade products is preferred. Bilingual in English/Spanish.Additional Eligibility QualificationsMinimum age requirement is 18.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of responsibilities, duties or tasks that are required of the employee for this job. Responsibilities, duties and tasks may change at any time with or without notice.Pay Grade: 5Day, 1B5:00AM - 5:00PM, 4-1-2 B

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