GNS Operator

Steuben Foods; Town of Elma (NY); On-site; USD 31,822 - 33,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Employer-funded retirement plan

Job summary

A leading aseptic food manufacturer in Elma, NY, is seeking a GNS Operator to join their team. This role involves operating GNS milking skid equipment, ensuring compliance with food safety and GMPs, and maintaining a clean working environment. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma and strong mechanical aptitude. The pay range for this position is between $23.10 and $24.10 per hour. Join us in providing superior products while supporting your career growth within the company.

Responsibilities

• Operate GNS milking skid equipment and monitor process flow.
• Perform CIP on all GNS milking skid equipment.
• Maintain processing area and equipment in clean condition.
• Collect samples and communicate effectively with the team.

Skills

Strong mechanical and technical aptitude

Ability to read and follow SOPs

Understand food manufacturing GMPs

Forklift and pallet jack operation

Chemical handling and safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Steuben Foods is looking for motivated, team‑oriented, and skilled individuals to join our growing team in Elma, NY. At Steuben, we are dedicated to our employees’ career success and support growth within the company. Additionally, we offer a variety of employee benefits, including 401k with company match, as well as an employer‑funded retirement plan. If you align with these goals and want to take this great opportunity to join Steuben Foods, apply today!

Current Open Positions

Position:

GNS Operator

Location:

Elma, NY

Job Id:

937

# of Openings:

1

Steuben Foods is a leading aseptic food and beverage manufacturer in the United States, proudly operating as a longstanding family‑owned business. With roots firmly planted in Western New York, we are committed to providing our customers with superior aseptic products in a safe, clean, and efficient workplace environment. Our dedication to excellence in food safety and quality, innovation, and continued growth has propelled us to become a trusted name in the industry.

At our company, our core values include honesty, integrity, work ethic, loyalty, and accountability. We prioritize creating an environment where these values thrive, while also recognizing that our people are our most important asset. As a 700+ manufacturing company based in Western New York, we take pride in contributing to the local economy and community.

Education/Prerequisite Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Equipment/Training Knowledge:

• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude
• Ability to read and follow SOPs
• Comprehension and implementation of food manufacturing GMPs (good manufacturing practices)
• Basic understanding of:
  • Kosher requirements
  • Allergen cross‑contamination risks and preventative measures
  • CIP systems

Schedule:

• Schedule is tentative and subject to changes based on production and staffing needs

Work Specifications – Responsibilities:

• Understand GNS (Grains, Nuts, and Seeds) process flow from start to finish of Milking Skid
• Change and read charts accurately
• Set‑up GNS milking skid equipment to all required configurations
• Perform a CIP on all GNS milking skid equipment
• Completes all the required documentation (legibly and accurately)
• Understands recipes and can enter the proper values on milking skid HMI screen.
• Perform a chemical titration check
• Know and accurately monitor and record critical control points
• Operate forklift and pallet jack (training to be provided)
• Safely handle chemicals using appropriate PPE
• Maintain processing area and equipment in clean and sanitary condition
• Work and communicate effectively in a team environment
• Ability to collect samples and products as requested
• Follow all company GMPs and wear all appropriate PPE in the production area
• Notify Shift Lead on any deviations

Pay Range: $23.10 - $24.10

Steuben Foods is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Steuben Foods, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 716‑655‑4000.