Roswell, NM- Cheese Vat Operator

Leprino Foods Company; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401k match

Profit sharing

Full benefits

Job summary

Leprino Foods Company in Roswell, NM is seeking a Cheese Vat Operator to pasteurize milk, run vat equipment, and monitor recipes to produce cheese per customer specs, while upholding GMPs and USDA rules. The role offers a comprehensive compensation package with competitive wages, benefits, 401k, profit sharing, and a night shift premium.

Starting pay ranges from $22.28 to $24.42 per hour with a $1.25 night shift premium.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential job functions safely.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Must be able to work Sunday - Saturday, off-shifts, weekends, holidays, and required overtime to support a 24 hour/7-day operation.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 8.5 hours.
• Demonstrated ability to complete work assignments with high degree of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and adjust Vat room control panels, computers, separators, feed rates, and charts to check milk temperatures and speed; replace charts as required.
• Make adjustments to transfer product to correct Vat, DMC, and Whey departments.
• Input correct pH and temperature levels into computer.
• Perform correct pasteurization procedures and maintain records.
• Read and interpret recipe instructions to mix Rennet, Calcium, Chloride, phosphoric acid, and other ingredients.
• Change pipes and elbows to start CIP process, ensuring correct connections to avoid contamination.
• Clean and sanitize all equipment per procedures, maintain good housekeeping.
• Maintain GMPs and safety rules at all times.
• Communicate with Supervisors, Forepersons, and other departments.

Skills

Good communication

English proficiency

Math calculations

Record keeping

Safety compliance

Job description

Roswell, NM- Cheese Vat Operator

Roswell, NM, USA

Requisition ID: 32337

No of Openings: 2

Job Function: Production Operations

Description: Leprino, a global leader in the dairy food and ingredient industry, is seeking a Cheese Vat Operator to join our team located in Roswell, NM. Leprino is the world's largest supplier of mozzarella cheese and one of the largest suppliers of premium dairy nutrition ingredients. Our customers and business partners span the globe and include many of the world's largest food companies, restaurant chains and distributors.

The Vat Operator purpose is to pasteurize milk, operate Vat equipment, apply correct amount of Rennet and monitor steps to make cheese according to customer’s specifications following a given recipe for each product, maintaining a clean environment and adhering to all the GMP’s, SOP’s, and Critical Control Points pertaining to Food Safety and USDA regulations.

If you like to work in a fast-paced environment this may be the opportunity you have been waiting for. We offer a comprehensive total compensation package which includes competitive wages, full benefits, bonus program, 401k employer match and profit sharing.

At Leprino, starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $22.28 and $24.42. In addition, a night shift premium of $1.25 per hour is added for hours worked between 6 PM and 6 AM

In addition, as a reminder, the law states we must provide a general description of any bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation that are being offered for the job; and a general description of all employment benefits the employer is offering for the position, including health care benefits, retirement benefits, any benefits permitting paid days off (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid time off or vacation benefits), and any other benefits that must be reported for federal tax purposes, but not benefits in the form of minor perks.

We Ask of You:

• Inspect and adjust Vat room control panel (s), computers, separators, feed rates, sweet cream, and charts to check for milk temperatures and milk speed; replace charts as required.
• Make appropriate adjustments to transfer product to correct Vat, DMC, and Whey department.
• Follow procedures for inputting correct pH, and temperature levels into computer.
• Perform correct procedures as necessary for legal pasteurization. Maintain legal pasteurization records.
• Read and properly interpret recipe instructions to mix correct Rennet, Calcium, Chloride, phosphoric acid levels, and other ingredients used to make cheese according to customer’s specifications.
• Change pipes and elbows to start CIP process, making sure all pipes are connected the right end to avoid product and chemical mixtures.
• Properly clean and sanitize all equipment as required by company procedures, maintain goodhousekeeping in area.
• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices at all times.
• Demonstrate good safety behaviors and constantly apply them by following all applicable safety rules and regulations.
• Communicate as required with Supervisors, Forepersons, other departments, and coworkers.
• This position is responsible for food safety and food quality.
• Must be able to communicate well across departments such as Milk Receiving, DMC, Quality Control, Forepersons and other co-workers.
• Must be able to make computer adjustments to enable silos to run and direct milk to specific vat tanker(s).
• This position requires standing, walking and climbing up ladders (if applicable), lifting, assembling/disassembling pipes.
• Operator must be able to take samples and test them for correct pH levels on a frequent basis.
• Position requires constant data entry of pH levels for each product being run.
• Must be able to perform CIP (Clean in Place) duties and apply proper chemical dosage to effectively clean all equipment being used.

We Offer You in Return: A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries, tuition assistance, vacation, holiday, dedicated sick time, matching 401(k), annual merit increases and bonuses, as well as our annual Profit-Sharing plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to perform essential job functions safely.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Must be able to work Sunday - Saturday, off-shifts, weekends, holidays, and required overtime to support a 24 hour/7-day operation.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 8.5 hours.
• Demonstrated ability to complete work assignments with high degree of accuracy

Language and Technical Skills

• Good communication skills
• Able to read, write, and speak the English language
• Able to read, write, and perform intermediate mathematical calculations
• Must be able to maintain accurate records

Reasoning Ability

• Good time management skills
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Able to interpret data and make necessary decisions

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This position will be exposed inside ambient temperatures and may include a wet / slippery environment with loud noise in varying degrees of temperature
• Specific vision may be required for this position, including close vision, distance vision, color and depth perception, and the ability to read computer screens for extended time periods
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Bending, squatting, reaching, and climbing up stairs/ladders are required throughout the shift.
• Standing and walking are required throughout the shift.

Leprino is an equal opportunity employer who supports a drug-free workplace. EOE/AA

Leprino requires all individuals to wear the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required by the role and location

Leprino utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing. Additional information about this process can be obtained atwww.psychemedics.com.

Leprino supports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disability/Veteran

Leprino uses Psychemedics for a 90-day hair follicle drug test as part of the employee pre-employment process and also participates in E-Verify. All employees in our manufacturing facilities are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as mandated by their role and location.Leprinosupports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO / Affiative Action EmployerM / F / Disability / Veteran.