CIP Operator, Dairy, AM – Dairy – Deerfield

Publix; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer in Deerfield Beach is seeking a CIP Operator for the Dairy department. The role involves maintaining sanitary conditions and operating CIP systems. Candidates should possess mechanical aptitude, teamwork skills, and a good understanding of sanitation. The position offers benefits like employee stock ownership and health plans, along with competitive pay.

Benefits

Employee stock ownership plan

401(k) retirement savings plan

Group health, dental and vision plans

Paid Time Off

Free hot lunches

Qualifications

• Good understanding of sanitation practices and principles.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work at heights.
• Must have basic mechanical ability.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sanitary equipment and environment for food production.
• Operate, monitor, and understand the CIP systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on valve and pump equipment.

Skills

Sanitation practices

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Apply for the CIP Operator, Dairy, AM – Dairy – Deerfield job opening. CIP Operator, Dairy, AM – Dairy – Deerfield

Location: Deerfield Beach, FL
Job ID: 33626BR
Department: Deerfield Dairy
Working Hours: 06:00am - 02:30pm - Monday - Friday
Pay Frequency: Weekly
Date Posted: Sep 30, 2025

• Maintaining sanitary equipment and environment for production of food products
• Operating, monitoring, and understanding the CIP systems and COP systems
• Manually and hand cleaning valve and equipment parts
• Operating and maintaining equipment in the CIP room
• Perform preventative maintenance on valve and pump equipment
• Maintaining accurate written HACCP reports and preventative maintenance checklists
• Responsible for organizing and structuring personal needs around the business to accomplish goals in an effort to meet deadlines
• Coordinating with the Parts department to ensure that valve and pump equipment supplies are on hand

Required Qualifications

• Good understanding of sanitation practices and principles, including manual and automated cleaning
• Willing to work in a team environment as well as independently
• Must have a demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Must have the ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds
• Must have the ability to climb ladders to access equipment
• Willing to learn the manufacturing process such as process flows, dairy sciences, regulatory requirements, equipment, and control operation
• Ability to read blueprints, mechanical drawings, schematics, etc.
• Ability to work flexible days and hours
• Must have basic mechanical ability
• Basic computer, reading, and math skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to solve problems in the work area with little supervision
• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment such as forklifts, scissorlifts, etc.

Additional Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Group health, dental and vision plans plan
• Paid Time Off
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria

To reward associates for their contributions to the company for the calendar year, Publix provides a Holiday Bonus in November. In the first year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to 15 hours of pay, and in the second year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to one week’s pay if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check. In subsequent years, the bonus is equal to two weeks’ pay.

Additional Information

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Please do not use your Publix email address when applying. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email.

For this position, Publix does not and will not file a petition or application with the USCIS or Department of State on behalf of any noncitizen for any immigration-related benefit to work and/or to continue to work in the United States, e.g., an H-1B or TN petition or permanent residence.