FOOD PROCESSING TECHNICIAN - BELLINGHAM, WA.

Punjab Milk Foods Inc; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy food processing company in Bellingham, WA is hiring a Food Processing Technician responsible for operating dairy processing equipment. Ideal candidates will have expertise in HMI systems, strong understanding of instrumentation, and 1–2 years of food manufacturing experience. Duties include monitoring equipment, calibrating sensors, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to efficient dairy production in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Fluent in HMI systems and automated control interfaces.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation and process automation.
• Technical diploma or equivalent experience in industrial automation or food processing.
• 1–2 years of experience in food manufacturing or similar environment.
• Excellent troubleshooting and decision-making skills.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and working in high-paced, hot/cold environments.
• Possesses an HTST license or is able to obtain one as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment using HMI systems and automated controls.
• Perform operational adjustments and troubleshoot equipment and instrumentation issues.
• Calibrate and verify instrumentation (sensors, valves, temperature/flow devices).
• Monitor process parameters and product quality; make real-time adjustments.
• Ensure safety systems and interlocks are functioning correctly.
• Maintain accurate production and troubleshooting logs.
• Follow GMP, food safety, and OSHA standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Job description

Job Title: Food Processing Technician - Bellingham, WA

Nanak Foods is proud to announce our exclusive recruitment partnership with destinationone Consulting for this important role.

We are currently hiring a Food Processing Technician – Dairy Production for our Bellingham, WA facility. As this position is being managed exclusively by destinationone Consulting, we kindly ask that you do not apply through Nanak’s job portal.

Please submit your application through the official destinationone Consulting link only. Applications received through other channels will not be reviewed.

We look forward to welcoming the right candidate to the Nanak team.

About Us

From modest beginnings, PMF Brands (Nanak Foods) is now North America’s largest processor of traditional dairy-based South Asian foods. Established in 1997, Nanak Foods specializes in the manufacturing of paneer cheese, ghee (clarified butter), yogurt and various dairy-based appetizers and desserts. Nanak Foods manufacturing facilities are CFIA, FDA and EU approved and have Safe Quality Food (SQF) level 3 certification ensuring continual monitoring for quality, safety and legality.

Production Technician

is an essential member of the Nanak’s food processing operation and is responsible for operating, monitoring, and adjusting dairy processing equipment with a focus on instrumentation, automation, and HMI systems. Ensures efficient and safe food processing in compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment using HMI systems and automated controls.
• Perform operational adjustments and troubleshoot equipment and instrumentation issues.
• Calibrate and verify instrumentation (sensors, valves, temperature/flow devices).
• Monitor process parameters and product quality; make real‑time adjustments.
• Ensure safety systems and interlocks are functioning correctly.
• Maintain accurate production and troubleshooting logs.
• Follow GMP, food safety, and OSHA standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Key Requirements

• Fluent in HMI systems and automated control interfaces.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation and process automation.
• Technical diploma or equivalent experience in industrial automation or food processing.
• 1–2 years of experience in food manufacturing or similar environment.
• Excellent troubleshooting and decision‑making skills.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and working in high‑paced, hot/cold environments.
• Possesses an HTST license or is able to obtain one as required.

Aboutdestinationone Consulting

destinationone Consulting is a North America–based strategic recruitment, executive search, and HR advisory firm serving purpose‑led organizations across high‑impact industries. Our sector expertise spans CleanTech, Education and EdTech, Health and Med Tech, Healthcare and Wellness, Government (Municipal, State, and Federal), Non Profit, Sustainability and other public sector domains.

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