• 18 years or older.
  

• Basic computer skills.
  

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions, and possess basic mathematical skills
  

• 1+ years of continuous prior experience in any industry.
  

• Self-Reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision.
  

• Must be attentive to detail and have good organizational skills.
  

• Able to trouble shoot mechanical problems.
  

• Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team.
  

• Ability to follow manufacturer's specifications and directions.
  

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  

• Work in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the day.
  

• Sets-up and dismantles machines, cleans, and sanitizes prior and after using.
  

• Coordinates with cheesemakers.
  

• Makes sure machinery runs efficiently and detects malfunctions when they occur.
  

• Completes all steps in the draining and forming process.
  

• Controls the product weight, takes frequent measurements, and adjusts machinery or technique accordingly.
  

• Takes pH, temperature, moisture on product to control the process.
  

• Completes cleaning/sanitizing according to schedule and necessity.
  

• Completes all quality and accounting paperwork.
  

• Prepares ingredients, records lot # on make sheet and/or accounting sheet.
  

• Assembles pipes, connects vats, pumps, and other equipment based on process.
  

• Performs environmental cleaning following company Quality Plan.
  

• Collects samples for Quality Assurance, as needed.
  

• Communicates regularly with other departments on specific work processes.
  

• Report issues and progress to the Quality Assurance Manager, Creamery Manager or Creamery Supervisor.
  

• Make sure that the cleaning is completed, and work area is tidy before leaving.
  

• Ensure a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks.
  

• Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  

• Follow all procedures, GMPs, Safety, Quality, and Sanitation plans.
  

• Identify and report all potentially non-conforming product and equipment to Supervisor and the Quality Assurance Department.
  

• Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule.
  

• Other duties as assigned.
  

• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements.
  

• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment.
  

• Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present.
  

• Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime.
  

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