Dairy Lactose Operator II — CIP & Process Expert

Agropur; Minnesota; On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage

Pay raises

Schedule 5:45-6

Double time Sunday

Benefits

401(k)

PTO from day 1

Holidays & floating holidays

Advancement opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Uniform program

Job summary

Agropur in Minnesota seeks a Lactose Operator II to manage dairy processing equipment, perform CIP cycles, and keep the lactose operation clean and compliant. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

You will monitor process variables, log data, and support packaging of lactose products while adhering to GMPs and SOPs. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits accompany opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum two years in food manufacturing or dairy processing.
• Experience with pharmaceutical equipment and related processes.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.
• Able to multitask and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Operate key dairy processing equipment in Lactose department, performing CIP as scheduled.
• Follow complex start-up procedures for equipment.
• Run equipment handling crystallization and lactose drying processes.
• Control solids/temperature and log up to fifty variables.
• Maintain and troubleshoot CIP cycles and sanitize all areas.
• Assist with product processing and packaging including 25 kg bags.
• Understand product flow, valves, pumps, and dairy process documentation.
• Operate Granulac and Duralac processes and related equipment.
• Record log sheets and document deviations; adhere to GMP/SOPs.

Skills

Dairy processing

CIP (Clean-In-Place)

Equipment maintenance

Log sheet recording

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pharmaceutical equipment

Job description

Agropur in Minnesota seeks a Lactose Operator II to manage dairy processing equipment, perform CIP cycles, and keep the lactose operation clean and compliant. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

You will monitor process variables, log data, and support packaging of lactose products while adhering to GMPs and SOPs. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits accompany opportunities for advancement.