Agropur
agriculture
HTSTOperatorII
“HTST Operator II at Agropur. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. Pasteurize, standardize and condense milk in preparation for use in cheese production. Follow start-up procedure of equipment”
What You'll Achieve.
delivering concrete results; real impact, not the volume of activity; contribute to measurable and sustainable results
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot and maintain machinery; Troubleshooting problems as they arise; Quickly recognize when factors are outside acceptable parameters
Shift time- 3/2/2/3 rotating 1 month days and 1 month nights 6-6
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum three (3) years of related experience required, Basic computer operational able to input and retrieve computerized information, Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division), Able to properly document information legibly onto log sheets, Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, establish priorities, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines, Good to excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills
Nice to Have
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
What You'll Do.
standardize and condense milk in preparation for use in cheese production
Follow start-up procedure of equipment
Monitor raw milk flow into balance tank
through pasteurizing heaters
through separators to separate cream from the milk
to evaporators for condensing and then ultimately to horizontal cheese vats for use in cheese production
Regulate factors such as milk solids
and temperature and make adjustments depending on the type of cheese to be produced
Take frequent readings and log upwards of twenty variables
Operate Clean In Place (CIP) cycles
Troubleshoot and maintain machinery
Clean and sanitize all parts of HTST department including walls
Assist all other coworkers with tasks and duties within the department
Understand and comply with all Quality Assurance policies
and immediately report any potential food safety issues to management
Quickly recognize when factors are outside acceptable parameters
Understand interaction between computer and machinery
troubleshooting problems as they arise
Position involves or may involve operation of a Critical Control Point as determined by the plant HACCP/Food Safety Plans
Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures
Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures
Correct or report any observed safety hazards
Support safety policies and programs
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Assist all other coworkers with tasks and duties within the department; interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment; Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships
Communication Scope
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with colleagues; Good to excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills
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