Tower Operator

We are one of the most respected premium all-natural cheese makers in North America, and we continue to win prestigious awards for, not only our high-quality products, but also in recognition of our passion for sustainable practices. Today, we are in our third generation as a family business, who seeks innovative opportunities to maximize profitability & return on all assets, while being a trusted & responsible employer, who actively participates in the community & who cherishes the natural environment.

Our success is based upon the quality of the employees that we hire-top-notch talent who share our company's commitment to our customers and a passion for making the country's finest quality products, using only all natural ingredients.

Our employees are our greatest driving force, and we pride ourselves on ensuring their stability. All our employees receive Life Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program! Joseph Gallo Farms also offers a competitive benefits package at a group rate to all our full-time employees and their dependents.

Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement plan w/ company match
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Educational Reimbursement
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, etc.)
• Free cheese!

Summary of Functions:

Primary responsibilities are to safely run plant equipment and achieve the goals of production while maintaining consistent quality.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Running large machinery and maintenance.
• Packaging of cheese in 40lb bags.
• Troubleshooting of machinery.
• Cleaning of floors, walls, tools, etc.
• Chemical safety, workplace safety, and GMP training and practices
• CIP and sanitation of equipment.
• Routine inspections of all working parts.
• Move pallets using pallet jack or forklift as required.
• Receiving and shipping of product in tankers.

Food Safety Requirements/Responsibilities:

• Comply with all Plant, State and Federal OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, and SQF regulations
• Comply with GMP’s in the plant.
• Assist in the maintenance of Food Safety and Quality system.

Organizational Relationships:

Position reports to the Production Supervisor in the Cheese Production Department.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year work experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be a team player and the ability to work independently.
• Attention to detail.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee will be required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach and climb stairs.
• The position requires standing for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is very loud. Ear plugs are provided for safety.
• Regular exposure to elements such as odor, noise, dust, heat, cold, or chemicals.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee regularly works inside and outside in all different types of weather elements.

This description is a general statement and does not include other duties as assigned.

Joseph Gallo Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer / EEO