Cheese Tower Operator: Production & Safety Focus

Hilmar Cheese Company; Hilmar (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilmar Cheese Company in Hilmar, CA is seeking a Tower Operator to run and maintain Cheese towers and related equipment. The role requires 12-hour shifts, strong safety and food safety awareness, and the ability to lift up to 60 lbs. The job involves overseeing equipment operation, troubleshooting plant issues, and following procedures to ensure product quality. A high school diploma and SAP experience are preferred, with English proficiency and basic computer skills essential.

Qualifications

• Proficient English communication, reading, and writing.
• Basic computer literacy to operate equipment and systems.
• Willingness to work 12-hour variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Cheese towers and related equipment.
• Identify flows from HCV’s to packaging and complete Product Transitions.
• Troubleshoot and communicate plant issues affecting safety, food safety or quality.
• Maintain operation and sanitation of equipment including CIP and COP systems.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Lift up to 60 lbs

12-hour shifts

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Hilmar Cheese Company in Hilmar, CA is seeking a Tower Operator to run and maintain Cheese towers and related equipment. The role requires 12-hour shifts, strong safety and food safety awareness, and the ability to lift up to 60 lbs. The job involves overseeing equipment operation, troubleshooting plant issues, and following procedures to ensure product quality. A high school diploma and SAP experience are preferred, with English proficiency and basic computer skills essential.