Membrane Operator – Protein Plant & R&D Support

Hilmar; Dodge City (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilmar Cheese Company seeks a Membrane Utility Operator to support membrane testing and Protein Plant projects. You will work closely with a Product Coordinator to ensure testing accuracy, inventory reporting, and compliance with food safety standards.

The role requires lifting up to 60 lbs, 8-hour shifts (including weekends/holidays), and proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Comfort with rotations across duties and participation in training is essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Skilled as a whey plant operator (level 3) for at least 1 year
• Understanding of membrane filtration system operations
• SAP experience
• 2 years of dairy manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Product Coordinator – Protein Plant.
• Membrane testing; membrane ordering and shipping; bi-weekly and monthly usage reports.
• Represent production during plant experiments and R&D projects.
• Communicate issues to the production team.
• Rotate across responsibilities as needed.
• Assist with other operator functions as required.
• Participate in training and development programs.
• Coach and train teammates; buddy training.
• Prioritize food safety and sanitation per policies.
• Prioritize safety; report issues and follow up.

Skills

English proficiency

8h shifts

Lifting 60 lbs

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Education

High School diploma or GED

Whey plant operator level 3

Tools

SAP

Job description

Hilmar Cheese Company seeks a Membrane Utility Operator to support membrane testing and Protein Plant projects. You will work closely with a Product Coordinator to ensure testing accuracy, inventory reporting, and compliance with food safety standards.

The role requires lifting up to 60 lbs, 8-hour shifts (including weekends/holidays), and proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Comfort with rotations across duties and participation in training is essential.