Utility Technician - Nights

Prairie Farms Dairy; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the dairy industry is seeking a Utility Technician in Battle Creek, MI. This role involves cleaning and sanitizing processing equipment, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and supporting inspections. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a high school diploma. Join a company with over 75 years of success and a commitment to quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in Sanitation Department in a food processing facility preferred.
• Knowledge of CIP and COP cleaning procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage routine cleaning of processing equipment and plant areas.
• Assist with State and Federal inspections and maintain documentation.
• Coordinate with departments regarding sanitation schedules.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Decision-Making

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Title: Utility Technician

Classification/Job Grade: Hourly

Location: Battle Creek, MI

Department: Maintenance

Supervised by: Utility Supervisor

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday, 11PM-7AM

Job Summary:

As a Utility Technician, you will be responsible for efficiently cleaning and sanitizing processing equipment and different areas of the plant. If you like to work in a fast-paced environment and be part of a team, this might be the perfect job for you.

This is a great opportunity to establish yourself in a secure company with a 75+ year history of success. We are proud to be comprised of more than 800 farm families throughout the Midwest. Since 1938, we have been producing high-quality products for you and your family.

Essential Job Functions:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Managing the routine cleaning of walls, floors, tracks, overhead piping, valves, and other equipment
• Ability to tear down and reassemble production line machines
• Disassemble and clean floor drains, inside and outside of tanks and vats
• Assist with ATP swabs
• Assist in all State and/or Federal inspections
• Maintain proper documentation including sanitation checklists and forms
• Communicate with Sanitation Supervisor regarding project progress and completion
• Coordinate with other departments regarding work schedules and sanitation schedules

• Follow all company policies and procedures regarding GMPs, SOPs, and Quality standards
• Demonstrate problem-solving and decision-making abilities as needed
• Show proficiency in essential tasks and a willingness to learn
• Perform other duties as assigned or required
• Machine operator experience preferred, but not required

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience in Sanitation Department in a food processing facility or related field preferred
• Knowledge of CIP (Clean-In-Place), COP (Clean-Out-Of-Place), and cleaning procedures preferred but not required
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and be on call as needed

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts and forklifts
• Occasional exposure to wet, humid, or cold conditions (non-weather)
• Loud noise levels in the work environment
• Occasional need to stand, walk, sit, and lift/move up to 50 pounds
• Potential for standing for long periods

Prairie Farms, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. This overview is not all-inclusive and may be amended at any time.