Whey Dryer Operator
Role Overview
Operates the two spray dryers for production and CIP. Essential Functions Responsible for reviewing equipment status and recording findings and occurrences. Operates dryer to manufacture product to required specifications and communicate issues to Team Leader. Test product for required specifications and make adjustments as needed. Ensures smooth production run through checking flow splits and jumper placement, making pre-set adjustments when needed, maintaining log sheets and by verifying proper operation and temperature settings, installing nozzles, making pre-set adjustments when needed, following sequential start-up steps, and completing log sheets. Responsible for taking special samples for lab analysis. Will be required to carry out routine product analysis and record results on quality system. Performs CIP on all equipment as required. Keep and maintain a clean work environment. Attend required training and take required quizzes to be proficient in room. Responsible for completing all safety activities, plant meetings, near misses, and BBSs. Complete all job activities following set safety and operational SOP’s. Keep records in accordance with good manufacturing process and local and state laws. Utilizes GPS processes, driving zero losses and upholds the culture of Southwest Cheese non-negotiables. Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his/her own actions and conduct. Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates. (Food Safety Modernization Act- FSMA, Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance) Delivering on Glanbia’s Values: “Showing Respect” - Research issues & incidents with internal teams, business partners and customers in a collaborative manner that includes professional, honest and transparent communication. “Find a Better Way” - Work with internal and external teams to implement process improvements and/or procedural changes that eliminate non-value added activities and drive more business value. “Winning Together” - Assist with training of new team members. Facilitate or oversee training and standard operating procedure reviews to ensure new hires develop proficiency of role. “The Customer’s Champion” – Proactively engage to support our customer needs on an end to end basis and strive to meet or exceed SLA timelines. Take ownership of customer requests and engage with internal teams as needed and within a timely manner. “Performance Matters” – Meet or exceed all key metrics in line with expectations for role. Continually update knowledge of products, product changes, processes and services offered to deliver a dynamic customer experience. Additional Functions Perform other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Forklift and scissor lift certification and general machine maintenance knowledge is required Ability to run, or learn to run and troubleshoot all equipment in. Excellent attendance and safety record. Desire to grow with the company. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiply projects simultaneously and delegate assignments to others. Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc. Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources. Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill. Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals. Typical Physical Activity Physical Demands Regularly involves talking or listening, standing and walking. Frequently involves sitting, and the use of hands and fingers. Occasionally involves reaching with hands and arms, crouching, stooping, kneeling and/or climbing or balancing. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds. Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and materials. Involves moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily product/technical nature. Should be able to identify and distinguish colors, see clearly at 20 inches or closer and 20 feet or more, observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point, and judge distances and spatial relationships. Must be able to climb multiple flights of stairs continuously throughout the work period. Typical Environmental Conditions May be exposed to loud noise levels (i.e. manufacturing equipment). May be exposed to humidity, intense heat, and areas with possible air contamination, fumes and toxic chemicals. May work in areas with mechanical moving parts, above ground with risk of fall, or areas with risk of electrical shock. Operates in an extremely hot environment.
- Forklift and scissor lift certification and general machine maintenance knowledge is required Ability to run, or learn to run and troubleshoot all equipment in.
- Excellent attendance and safety record.
- Desire to grow with the company.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiply projects simultaneously and delegate assignments to others.
- Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
- Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures.
- Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.
- Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.
- Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
- Typical Physical Activity Physical Demands Regularly involves talking or listening, standing and walking.
- Frequently involves sitting, and the use of hands and fingers.
- Occasionally involves reaching with hands and arms, crouching, stooping, kneeling and/or climbing or balancing.
- Physical Requirements Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds.
- Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and materials.
- Involves moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily product/technical nature.
- Should be able to identify and distinguish colors, see clearly at 20 inches or closer and 20 feet or more, observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point, and judge distances and spatial relationships.
- Must be able to climb multiple flights of stairs continuously throughout the work period.
- Typical Environmental Conditions May be exposed to loud noise levels (i.e. manufacturing equipment).
- May be exposed to humidity, intense heat, and areas with possible air contamination, fumes and toxic chemicals.
- May work in areas with mechanical moving parts, above ground with risk of fall, or areas with risk of electrical shock.
- Operates in an extremely hot environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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