Whey Operator

Glanbia Nutritionals, Inc.; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Glanbia Nutritionals, Inc. in Clovis, NM seeks a production/operator role to support whey processing, packaging and quality checks. The individual will pull samples, record test results, and ensure weight targets are met during packaging operations.

Responsibilities include operating sealers, managing metal detection procedures, and maintaining logs. Candidates should have a strong safety record and willingness to train and grow with the company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred or equivalent experience.
• Forklift and scissor lift certification required.
• Ability to run and troubleshoot equipment.
• Excellent attendance and safety record.
• Desire to grow with the company.
• Ability to write reports and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Pulls samples and sends to the lab to maintain product quality.
• Records all weights and test results to ensure whey is within guidelines.
• Packages product, checks computer, and monitors scales to meet weight requirements.
• Operates sealer and completes seal verification checks.
• Performs metal detection and maintains related logs.
• Maintains a clean work environment and logs for safety and QA.
• Attends trainings and completes required quizzes; adheres to safety policies.

Skills

Forklift certification

Scissor lift certification

Machine maintenance

Safety awareness

Attendance reliability

Report writing

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Compiles samples for lab analysis and record keeping of product. Receives, stores, and distributes items that come into the plant on trucks. Reads production schedule. Position will bag whey and test for product quality.

Essential Functions

• Ensures samples are pulled and sent to the lab to maintain the customer desired quality of our product.
• Records all sample weights and test results to ensure that the whey is within acceptable guidelines.
• Fills bags/totes with product. This includes: checking the computer, placing bag on agar, pushing the start button, maintaining control on release, moving to the scale, and adding or removing product to meet weight requirement.
• Operates the Sealer and completes seal verification checks.
• Ensures that metal detection procedures are followed.
• Responsible for the regular cleaning of the sealer, and other equipment to help eliminate the possibility of product contamination.
• Maintains cleaning, metal detection, product, 5S, start/end weight and animal feed log sheets to keep accurate records.
• Responsible for metal detects and charts.
• Maintains a clean working environment by picking up debris, sweeping and vacuuming.
• Attends required trainings and take required quizzes.
• Utilizes GPS processes, driving zero losses and upholds the culture of Southwest Cheese non-negotiables.
• Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his/her own actions and conduct.
• Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates. (Food Safety Modernization Act- FSMA, Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance)

Delivering on Glanbia’s Values:

• “Showing Respect” – Research issues & incidents with internal teams, business partners and customers in a collaborative manner that includes professional, honest and transparent communication.
• “Find a Better Way” – Work with internal and external teams to implement process improvements and/or procedural changes that eliminate non-value added activities and drive more business value.
• “Winning Together” – Assist with training of new team members. Facilitate or oversee training and standard operating procedure reviews to ensure new hires develop proficiency of role.
• “The Customer’s Champion” – Proactively engage to support our customer needs on an end to end basis and strive to meet or exceed SLA timelines. Take ownership of customer requests and engage with internal teams as needed and within a timely manner.
• “Performance Matters” – Meet or exceed all key metrics in line with expectations for role. Continually update knowledge of products, product changes, processes and services offered to deliver a dynamic customer experience.

Additional Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Forklift and scissor lift certification and general machine maintenance knowledge is required
• Ability to run, or learn to run and troubleshoot all equipment in.
• Excellent attendance and safety record.
• Desire to grow with the company.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiply projects simultaneously and delegate assignments to others.
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.
• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.

Physical Demands

• Regularly involves talking or listening, standing and walking.
• Frequently involves standing, sitting, lifting, and the use of hands and fingers.
• Occasionally involves reaching with hands and arms, crouching, stooping, kneeling and/or climbing or balancing.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and materials.
• Involves moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily product/technical nature.
• Should be able to identify and distinguish colors, see clearly at 20 inches or closer and 20 feet or more, observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point, and judge distances and spatial relationships.

Typical Environmental Conditions

• May be exposed to loud noise levels (i.e. manufacturing equipment).
• May be exposed to humidity, intense heat, and areas with possible air contamination, fumes and toxic chemicals.
• May work in areas with mechanical moving parts, above ground with risk of fall, or areas with risk of electrical shock.

Travel Requirements

• Minimal travel limited within the local area.

Disclaimer

Must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

Are you someone who likes to make it happen, make it better and make it fun? If so, our company offers you an excellent opportunity to do really interesting work and develop a career in a dynamic and innovative environment that is all about making you and our business successful.

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.