Dairy Batch Operator | GMP Processing

fairlife, LLC; Coopersville (MI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (

Paid Time Off

Parental leave & adoption assistance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that produces dairy products and nutrition shakes. The Coopersville, MI position supports processing operations, including Tetra Almix and batching, with a focus on safe procedures and GMP compliance.

The role involves sampling for lab testing, monitoring heat exchangers, recording process data, and daily cleaning of equipment. It requires a high school diploma or GED and strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must work in a safe, efficient manner and follow all safety procedures including the use of safety equipment.
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot small problems, and be able to discern when issues may require input from levels of authority within the corporation.
• Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.
• A High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required.
• Proficiency in English: Comfortable with both written and verbal communication, including reading and writing.
• Basic computational skills required. Simple math reasoning required.
• Must be able to operate the equipment effectively after the appropriate break-in period.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Tetra Almix and batching systems in the processing area in a safe and sanitary manner following all GMP's.
• The batching operator will also be responsible for taking samples to the lab for testing and final batch calculation.
• Monitor and maintain process controls of heat exchangers process variables and documenting accurate recordings of process parameters while in operation.
• Cleaning the processing equipment which includes hand cleaning parts, clean-in-place (CIP) and clean out of place (COP) operations on a daily basis.
• Perform any other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

English communication

Math basics

Equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that produces dairy products and nutrition shakes. The Coopersville, MI position supports processing operations, including Tetra Almix and batching, with a focus on safe procedures and GMP compliance.

The role involves sampling for lab testing, monitoring heat exchangers, recording process data, and daily cleaning of equipment. It requires a high school diploma or GED and strong English communication skills.