Process Equipment Operator

Position Title: Process Equipment Operator

Reports To: Team Leader

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Job Grade: 1

Pay Range: $21.00 to $29.00

Position Overview:
Perform receiving, pasteurization, separation, batching, sanitation, clean-in-place, maintenance and record-keeping functions in various manufacturing departments. Comply with NY State Ag & Markets, FDA, USDA, OSHA, and GMP policies. Carry out special projects as required. Perform all tasks in a safe manner to ensure achievement of performance, quality, service, and cost objectives. Comply with all standard operating procedures and requirements as directed by standard manufacturing policies established by the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Secure and maintain proper milk sampling license from NYS Ag and Markets
• heck all tankers for proper security and identification upon entering facility.
• Sample all inbound and outbound tankers to be tested for Quality clearance.
• Work closely with maintenance, laboratory and training personnel to achieve manufacturing objectives.
• Enter and report data using established manufacturing procedures, including QA studios.
• Participate in and complete necessary training sessions required for the equipment necessary to manufacture finished goods.
• Troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance related to all processing equipment.
• Maintain proper inventory levels of all manufacturing supplies.
• Clean all required equipment throughout the entire manufacturing environment.
• Analyze incoming ingredients, blends, and finished products to meet customer specifications.
• Perform chemical analysis of incoming and outgoing ingredients to ensure compliance within desired specifications of finished product.
• Collect microbiological, chemical and other samples for analysis.
• Monitor, adjust and inspect manufacturing equipment to ensure that quality and package integrity are within specifications.
• Complete documentation associated with all manufacturing reports.
• Ability to research historical data when required and report findings.
• Work with engineering, production, quality and sanitation personnel to trouble-shoot quality related issues when they arise.
• Work with technical experts to gain complete knowledge of processing/manufacturing equipment operation, cleaning and maintenance.
• Communicate technical and analytical data using reports, charts, graphs, etc. as required.
• Prioritize assignments and independently manage time to satisfy business needs.
• Participate in work teams to generate the most cost-effective solutions within each manufacturing department.
• Demonstrate an understanding of productivity, quality and safety. Generate corrective action requests and document change requests when necessary.
• Complete and manage production generated paperwork.
• Set up analytical/testing equipment and perform required daily calibrations.
• Prepare standard solutions and reagents as required.
• Complete all chemical titration testing as required within the sanitation program.
• Utilize proper chemical handling procedures.
• Maintain the manufacturing plant in a safe and organized condition at all times.
• Always work in a safe manner resulting in no work-related injuries.
• Maintain equipment and area cleanliness to ensure compliance with all GMP standards.
• Assist quality, sanitation, warehouse and maintenance personnel as required.
• Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures within the facility.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Familiarity with GMP and food safety standards is a plus.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Basic understanding of chemical handling and cleaning procedures.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying environmental conditions.
• Working knowledge of GMP, FDA, SQF and other regulatory requirements helpful.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts or other work schedules as determined by business needs, including overtime as required.

Working Conditions:

• Work performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to:
  • Temperature variations, high noise levels, wet conditions, and chemical vapors.
  • Prolonged standing and physical activity.
• Use of personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, and hearing protection.

Work Schedule:

• 12-hour shifts (6:00 PM – 6:30 AM)

Compensation:

At Cayuga Milk Ingredients, we value a fair and comprehensive approach to compensation. Our wage range for this role is determined by various factors, including skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and organizational needs. It is not typical for an employee to start at or near the top of the range for the position. Compensation decisions are made based on individual job circumstances considering skill level, previous experience, and education requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Cayuga Milk Ingredients is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Non-Discrimination Policy:

The contractor will not discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing or disclosing their own pay or the pay of others. However, employees with access to compensation information as part of their job duties are prohibited from disclosing this information to unauthorized individuals, except in specific circumstances outlined by applicable laws and regulations (41 CFR 60-1.35(c)).

General Statement:

All Cayuga employees recognize that the success and prosperity of the company is everyone’s responsibility. All employees are expected to treat each other in a positive, respectful, and professional manner, to be at work for their assigned shift and to work safely as a team. Employees must be self-starters who can relate to all levels of the organization.

Disclaimer:

o All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

o This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

o The company reserves the right to add to or revise an employee's job duties at any time at its sole discretion.

o This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Familiarity with GMP and food safety standards is a plus.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Basic understanding of chemical handling and cleaning procedures.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying environmental conditions.
• Working knowledge of GMP, FDA, SQF and other regulatory requirements helpful.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts or other work schedules as determined by business needs, including overtime as required.

Working Conditions:

• Work performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to:
  • Temperature variations, high noise levels, wet conditions, and chemical vapors.
  • Prolonged standing and physical activity.
• Use of personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, and hearing protection.

Work Schedule:· 12-hour shifts (6:00 PM – 6:30 AM)