VAT/EFV Operator

Agropur; Jerome (ID); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

401(k) with up to 7% company match

3 Weeks PTO

Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

Advancement Opportunities

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

Agropur in Jerome, ID is seeking a Vat/EFV Operator II to join our dairy production team. You will operate and maintain the vat process, ensure starter inject connections, monitor vats, mix ingredients, sample, and log data in a fast-paced plant environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years in a food service or food plant setting, with good mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Communicate effectively with managers and colleagues.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow documents and procedures (GLP, SOP, SDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP).
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; complete simple checklists and required documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the vat process.
• Ensure starter inject connections and acknowledge process start button.
• Monitor vats filling with milk; mix and prepare ingredients.
• Add ingredients at intervals and take samples; log variables regularly.

Skills

Effective communication

Read and follow procedures

Attention to detail

Documentation

Basic math

Computer skills

Time management

Professional demeanor

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Type

Regular

An Environment Aligned With a Clear Mission

• Starting wage of $28.02
• Two pay increases within the first year up to $1.00
• $1.50 Shift Differential + Double Time on Sundays
• Thursday - Saturday every other Sunday 5PM to 5AM
• Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with up to a 7% company match
• 3 Weeks PTO
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Advancement Opportunities
• Healthy work/life balance

How Your Role Contributes To That Mission

We are looking for a The Vat/EFV Operator II in Jerome, ID. The Vat/EFV Operator II is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the vat process.

• Ensure that all connections for starter inject are made and acknowledge process start button.
• Operate and monitor the combination of pasteurized and standardized milk with cultures and other ingredients.
• Monitor the vats filling with milk. Mix and prepare ingredients.
• Add various ingredients at appropriate intervals and take samples.
• Monitor and log variables at frequent intervals.

The Profile That Shares This Sense Of Contribution

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a food service, food plant or sanitation environment required.
• Good Mechanical aptitude required.

Qualifications

Education Required

• High School Education or equivalent preferred.

Experience Required

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a food service, food plant or sanitation environment required.
• Good Mechanical aptitude required.

Certification/Licensure Required

• None

Skills Required

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow documents and procedures (GLP, SOP, SDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP).
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; complete simple checklists and complete required documentation.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

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