Protein Plant Operator: Dairy Processing & QA

Hilmar Cheese Company; Dodge City (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilmar Cheese Company is seeking a Protein Plant Operator to assure product quality while operating RO, evaporator, and RO water polishing units in production and CIP. The role requires maintaining paperwork and following GMP and sanitation standards.

You will work 12-hour shifts, including weekends, with emphasis on food safety, QA tasks, and teamwork to meet department goals. Training and development opportunities are available within a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• English skills must be proficient to understand, read, write and speak.
• Basic computer skills needed to handle documentation and records.

Responsibilities

• Operate RO, evaporator, and polishing units, including production and CIP.
• Maintain accurate and complete paperwork and records.
• Follow GMP, sanitation procedures, and safety protocols.
• Maintain QA and production programs per Hilmar Cheese & Ingredient standards.
• Complete and respond to in-process testing.
• Communicate effectively with team members to achieve department goals.
• Relieve operators for breaks as needed and participate in training.
• Participate in safety and sanitation programs and audits.
• Engage in training and buddy systems to develop skills.
• Support food safety compliance and report safety incidents.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Hilmar Cheese Company is seeking a Protein Plant Operator to assure product quality while operating RO, evaporator, and RO water polishing units in production and CIP. The role requires maintaining paperwork and following GMP and sanitation standards.

You will work 12-hour shifts, including weekends, with emphasis on food safety, QA tasks, and teamwork to meet department goals. Training and development opportunities are available within a safety-focused environment.