CIP Operator: Clean, Sanitize & Improve Quality

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking a CIP Operator for our Texas processing facility.

You will operate the CIP system to clean and sanitize equipment, assemble and disassemble components, and ensure GMP-compliant, sterile conditions throughout the line. Responsibilities include maintaining records, performing basic preventive maintenance, collecting QA samples, and contributing to process improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 6 months related experience required.
• Able to perform basic math in all units of measure.
• Able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb and crouch most of the day.
• Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble equipment for cleaning per manufacturer instructions.
• Operate CIP system to clean and sanitize equipment, tanks, and pipelines.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on gaskets, seals, O-rings, plates, etc.
• Maintain records of cleaning cycles, concentrations, flow rates, and temperatures.
• Perform housekeeping to keep plant, equipment, and surroundings clean.
• Conduct pre-operations checks on product contact surfaces before startup.
• Troubleshoot basic to moderate operating issues.
• Collect required QA samples for testing.
• Document information per SOPs.
• Analyze process and equipment data to improve quality and throughput.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow GMPs and maintain a safe work area.
• Adhere to PPE and safety procedures.
• Report food safety and quality issues to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CIP operation

Sanitation

Record keeping

QA sampling

Safety PPE

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking a CIP Operator for our Texas processing facility.

You will operate the CIP system to clean and sanitize equipment, assemble and disassemble components, and ensure GMP-compliant, sterile conditions throughout the line. Responsibilities include maintaining records, performing basic preventive maintenance, collecting QA samples, and contributing to process improvements.