Production Operator

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Colostrum Operator 1 is responsible for entry level tasks while working toward completing training and demonstrating mastery of the processes covered in either the Wet Process or Dryer training packets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Dumping and cleaning buckets of frozen colostrum.

Packaging powder in the dryer rooms.

Cleaning the outside of tanks and equipment.

Handling cleaning chemicals in accordance with the SDS and using proper PPE at all times.

Training to operate specific pieces of equipment and, once signed off, operating them independently.

Understand and fill out master batch records correctly and completely.

Adhere to all GMP's and SOP's.

Follow all safety guidelines.

Cross-training and working in other departments as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience in food or drug manufacturing environment preferred

KNOWLEDGE

Familiarity with OSHA and other relevant safety regulations and practices

Working knowledge of GMP's, CFR 111, food allergen handling and other food safety related practices including safe quality food requirements

SKILLS

Visual acuity needed for color coded equipment and chemicals

Strong work ethic, including the ability to report to work on time for scheduled shifts.

Interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

A working understanding of food processing, clean in place (CIP) and packaging equipment

Be a team player willing to perform additional duties as required.

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain a good attendance record is required.

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly during the working shift.

Ability to work in hot, humid, and cold environments.

Ability to read and write in English and understand batch records, SOP's, SDS's, and training materials.

Ability to accurately record data and maintain a clean working environment.

Ability to work different shifts and weekends, including overtime, as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions such as high heat and humidity and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment can be very loud. The employee will occasionally be splashed with raw colostrum (milk) and water.

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.