#1694 Pasteurization Technician (Team D)

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The Processing Tech I is responsible for processing fluid products through HTST processors as well as accurately batching mix and milk products and dry receiving. All tasks are to be performed safely and efficiently per established standards, processes, procedures, formulas, and regulatory requirements.
High Temperature Short Time (HTST)

• Ensure proper product rotation of raw dairy products and verify with lab personnel whether incoming ingredients meet quality standards prior to starting any pasteurization functions.
• Possess knowledge of, and perform all sanitation duties in raw, blending, and pasteurizing areas.
• Perform pasteurization of all fluid products and ice cream.
• Perform all duties associated with standardization of raw products.
• Perform batching and blending for all fluid products and ice cream.
• Perform all daily pasteurizer operational duties including but not limited to: start-ups, washouts, product flushes, product changeovers, shutdowns and CIPs (clean in place).
• Document all legal requirements for pasteurization process.
• Identify and tag storage tanks for product mix in process.
• Ensure refrigeration and agitation is activated for product mix in process.
• Communicate to manager and/or supervisor all equipment malfunctions and notify the HTST Team Leader, manager and/or supervisor of any unusual events.
• Perform periodic tear down inspections of equipment and replace worn parts, if necessary.
• Input work requests into the Maintenance Planning (MP2) System, if necessary.
• Perform sanitation duties in batching/blending areas including but not limited to: CIPs (cleaning in place) and manual cleaning of equipment.
• Responsible for utilizing downtime to ensure all items on the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) are completed on time.
• Communicate status of HTST process to HTST Team Leader, manager and/or supervisor and oncoming shift Pasteurizer Operator to ensure a smooth transition between shifts.
• Partner with Processing Manager to ensure associates new to the department are trained and evaluated in performing job-related tasks and assignments.
• Must be able to, as required, develop daily processing schedule, and generate this schedule for HTST reports.
• Partner with Lead HTST Operator to ensure associates new to the department are trained and evaluated in performing job-related tasks and assignments.

Batch Preparer

• Obtain and verify dry ingredient requirements from Recipe Management System.
• Procure dry ingredients from dry storage personnel and stage ingredients at blending station.
• Obtain fluid dairy ingredients tank identification from laboratory personnel and set batch controllers for proper ingredient amounts for batching.
• Ensure that ingredients are on-hand and staged for the on-coming shift.
• Connect the proper fluid ingredient tanks and withdraw correct batch amounts.
• Add dry ingredients per proper procedure to ensure the formulation meets quality specifications and parameters.
• Record all necessary information and documentation during formulation process.
• Record all necessary information relating to ingredient lot numbers.
• Communicate the status of the blending process to department Lead HTST Operator and or/oncoming relief personnel at the end of shift.
• Perform periodic tear down inspections of equipment and replace any worn parts, if necessary.
• Input work requests into the Maintenance Planning 2 (MP2) System, if necessary.
• Perform sanitation duties in batching/blending areas including but not limited to: CIPs (Clean In Place) and manual cleaning of equipment.
• Responsible for utilizing downtime to ensure all items on the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) are completed on time.
• Must be able to test wash and sanitizing solutions per sanitation manual to ensure quality standards and specifications are met.
• Must be able to document and/or record sanitation results in accordance with established corporate and regulatory guidelines.
• Responsible for ensuring that all unused dry ingredients are returned to the dry storage area in proper (sealed) condition for storage.

Raw Receiving

• Ensure that ingredients received are stored in proper tanks and silos in accordance with storage regulations (e.g., time, temperature, agitation).
• Inspect and test each incoming fluid shipment for compliance with corporate regulatory standards.
• Performs, records, and maintains documentation for quality checks and informs quality team of non-compliance
• Performs complete cleaning, sanitizing, and all other procedures before releasing tanker from premises.
• Ensure that tanker drivers operate in accordance with corporate and regulatory guidelines while they are in the plant and if necessary, report any non-compliance to the Supervisor and/or manager.
• Communicate with jockeys to ensure tankers are safely staged for unloading.
• Perform and record all sanitation duties in the receiving area including CIP (Clean In Place), COP (Clean Out of Place) and manual cleaning of all equipment associated with receiving.
• Perform periodic tear down, cleaning, inspection, and replacing worn parts on all required equipment.
• Prepare food grade waste and loadouts for shipment.

Dry Receiving

• Inspects, receives, and stocks all incoming items including restocking any items not needed for production.
• Supply departments with appropriate material levels for production.
• Maintain inventory levels and counts inventory and notifies proper group if not correct.
• Prepare parcels and maintain inventory records for outside shipping.
• Deliver parcels in a timely manner to appropriate personnel.
• Inspect and replace damaged materials, products, and skids.
• Proficient in all receiving computer programs.

General:

• Performs all duties within established safety guidelines. This includes but not limited to adhering to Safety in Motion guidelines, LOTO procedures, wearing appropriate PPE, obtaining and maintaining Fall Protection certification and using the correct tools for the task at hand.
• Performs all duties within the established Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulations.
• Obtains and maintains all required certification for regulatory compliance.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain certifications for all required Power Industrial Trucks (PITs) including all required attachments; and know the hazards specific to the work area.
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the Safe Quality Foods (SQF) Food Safety & Quality.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

You could be a great fit if you have these things -

• At least one (1) year of manufacturing experience.

Our associates enjoy these awesome benefits -

• Medical, dental, vision & prescription
• Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match - immediately vested
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Earn vacation and PTO
• Educational assistance reimbursement
• Company bonus plan
• Free ice cream and beverages!

Physical Demands
This job description is a general description of essential functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All associates of Turkey Hill Dairy are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Turkey Hill supervisory/management personnel, regardless of job title or routine job duties.
This role is considered Safety Critical at Turkey Hill. In order to ensure safety for all of our associates, this role will have a zero tolerance policy when returning a positive drug screen, regardless of Medical Marijuana card holding status.
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