Cook Operator

New York Ag Connection; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is seeking a Cook Operator for the Dairy Foods business. You will assist production with kettle preparation, cooking, and reporting, while ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role operates on 2nd shift (3:00 PM – 1:00 AM) with a $31.20 per hour base pay and a $1.00 per hour shift differential after 8 PM. Weekend/overtime shifts may apply as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 1 year or more of work experience in any industry.
• Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot.
• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful.

Responsibilities

• Make the correct Kettle pipe connections after Sanitation is complete.
• Wash Kettles when necessary during change over or at the end of the day.
• Assemble product pump after sanitation is complete.
• Fill out temperature Chart Recorder.
• Verify and Approve weighted ingredients from the Batch Maker prior to Kettle Additions.
• Process products in accordance with company specified procedure. Monitor cooking pressure, temperature, and duration.
• Pull samples and bring to QC station to be checked for quality assurance.
• Immediately notify supervisor if any discrepancy is found during the procedure, flip trays in chillers when needed.
• Wash kettles during change over and at the end of the day.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area
• Collaborates and follows the instructions of Leads and Management to accomplish daily work assignments
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Basic math

English literacy

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Reading instructions

Tools

Forklift experience

Machine operation

Job description

Cook Operator

Pay: $31.20 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour (After 8PM) Shift & Working Hours: 2nd Shift; 3:00PM to 1:00AM Weekends/Overtime/Holidays as needed.

The Cook is responsible for assisting production with kettle preparation, cooking, completing checklist/reports, providing filling machines with the necessary amount of product, observing all safety rules, ensuring quality and efficiencies. Responsible for ensuring operational compliance to all food safety policies and procedures. This role is part of our Dairy Food business who creates dairy products that stand for real, simple goodness. We believe there's power in every drop of milk our farmers produce, and by improving production and finding innovative uses for that milk, we add a little good to people's lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Make the correct Kettle pipe connections after Sanitation is complete.
• Wash Kettles when necessary during change over or at the end of the day.
• Assemble product pump after sanitation is complete.
• Fill out temperature Chart Recorder.
• Verify and Approve weighted ingredients from the Batch Maker prior to Kettle Additions.
• Process products in accordance with company specified procedure. Monitor cooking pressure, temperature, and duration.
• Pull samples and bring to QC station to be checked for quality assurance.
• Immediately notify supervisor if any discrepancy is found during the procedure, flip trays in chillers when needed.
• Wash kettles during change over and at the end of the day.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area
• Collaborates and follows the instructions of Leads and Management to accomplish daily work assignments
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience and Skills

• Must be 18 years or older
• 1 year or more of work experience in any industry
• Basic computer and math skills
• Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot
• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful

Preferred Experience

• 1+ year of manufacturing work experience
• Machine operation and/or forklift experience

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
• Working in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include areas where dust and chemicals are present

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list. We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

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