Skilled Nutrition Operator - TM III Relief

Leprino Foods; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401(k) matching

Profit-sharing

Vacation & holidays

Tuition assistance

Sick time

Job summary

Leprino Foods in Greeley is seeking a Team Member III - Production Operator to safely operate equipment and ensure product quality. You will uphold 5S standards and contribute to continuous improvement while communicating with team members and supervisors.

The position requires English proficiency, basic math, data entry and the ability to work overtime, nights, weekends, holidays and 12.5-hour shifts. Starting pay is $30.23 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and profit-sharing opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and speak English to understand SOPs, GMPs and to document work.
• Strong math skills and ability to perform basic and intermediate calculations.
• Ability to enter and pull data from computer systems and troubleshoot equipment.
• Ability to stand/walk for the shift and lift moderate weights repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and ensure product quality per SOPs, GMPs and safety rules.
• Maintain 5S standards and participate in continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with team members, leads, supervisors and managers.

Skills

Safety procedures

Time management

Communication

Mathematical skills

Data entry

Problem solving

Overtime availability

Lifting 55 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Leprino's history dates back over 75 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We've grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose in the world, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the "World's Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company." To help us achieve that daring vision, we're looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated individual who is the best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to over 4,300 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey?

The Greeley Teamis seeking aTeam Member III- Production Operatorto help us achieve our goals.

We Ask Of You To:

• Be responsible for the safe operation of its associated equipment and/or processes, the quality of incoming raw materials, the quality of the outgoing products in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safe work practices.
• Be responsible for maintaining 5S standards, and participating in and implementing continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively in relaying information to team members, team leads, supervisors, and managers as applicable.
• Have strong time management and organizational skills.
• Meet food safety and quality requirements by following the Food Safety Plan, Quality Plan and company policies.

We Offer You In Return:

At Leprino, starting compensation for this role is $30.23 per hour.

• 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 Foods 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.

You Must Have (Minimum Qualifications):

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language in order to understand/adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), to communicate effectively with others, to complete required documentation both in written and electronic form, and to troubleshoot systems utilizing the English language.
• Must have the ability to perform essential job functions
• Mustwear required personal protective equipment
• Mustcomply with all applicable safety practices
• Basic math skills to be able to perform mathematical functions
• Ability to complete required documentation, both in written and electronic form
• Ability to enter and pull data from computer systems
• Ability to access elevated work areas such as climbing ladders/stairs
• Ability to understand and apply standard operating procedures
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with all applicable safety practices
• Ability to stand/walk throughout the shift
• Ability to lift moderate weights repeatedly throughout shift
• Maintain a clean work area
• Perform basic and intermediate mathematical calculations
• Enter data into and pull data from computer systems
• Must possess considerable problem-solving ability in dealing with equipment or troubleshooting when supervision is not readily available for consultation
• Musthave an understanding ofbasic chemistry or biology, and basic lab equipment and testing through on the job experience, or through high school or college coursework
• Experience in instrumentation operation and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment experience with computers and programs
• Ability to work Overtime, Nights, Weekends, Holidays, and 12.5-hour shifts
• Lifting Requirements:
  • 55 lbs Pallet to Head Lift
  • Stair Climbing
  • Ladder Climbing

We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• Advanced level science knowledge (e.g. chemistry, biology); and lab work experience (e.g. computer-assisted analytical equipment, balances, fat extraction, pH meter, incubators, infrared analyzer (FT2) are preferred. Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred

"The culture of Leprino is built by a family of passionate employees who believe in what they do, who understand the value of teamwork and understand that no one person is greater than the other." - Andy, Greeley, Colorado Plant Manager

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