Separator Operator - Consumer Products

Position Title: Separator Operator: CP Plant

Reports To: Team Leader/Plant Manager

FLSA Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Job Grade: 1

Pay Range: $21.00- $29.00

Date Revised: February 25

Position Overview:

The Separator Operator is responsible for running the operations of the separators within specified guidelines to ensure the production of high-quality output. This role requires maintaining quality and throughput standards, accurate record-keeping, and adherence to safety and food regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor separators to maintain quality and production efficiency.
• Accurately maintain records and complete necessary paperwork.
• Collect and process samples in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with the shift supervisor and lead person regarding operational status.
• Ensure quality meets established specifications.
• Adjust settings on computers and separators as required or instructed.
• Stay updated with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as equipment and processes evolve.
• Comply with all occupational safety and health standards, including OSHA regulations.
• Adhere to all applicable food safety regulations (Safe Quality Foods, FDA, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Ability to operate or learn to operate separators and clarifiers.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving operational issues.
• Basic computer knowledge is helpful.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate necessary equipment.
• Excellent safety, attendance, and punctuality record.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions in English.
• Knowledge of proper use of cleaning chemicals.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to navigate all areas of the facility, including office spaces, warehouse areas, and the exterior perimeter.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary to safely perform job duties.
• Ability to stand, sit, and carry out tasks throughout a full shift, with appropriate meal breaks.
• Physically capable of standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, and crouching as needed.
• Able to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds independently and heavier objects with reasonable accommodations.
• Visual acuity sufficient to perform job duties accurately.
• Capable of assessing weights, judging distances, and working at various heights.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday generally 6am-230pm. Subject to change as production demand increases.

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 and Skills:

• Ability to operate or learn to operate separators and clarifiers.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving operational issues.
• Basic computer knowledge is helpful.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate necessary equipment.
• Excellent safety, attendance, and punctuality record.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions in English.
• Knowledge of proper use of cleaning chemicals.

Physical Requirements:· Ability to navigate all areas of the facility, including office spaces, warehouse areas, and the exterior perimeter.· Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary to safely perform job duties.· Ability to stand, sit, and carry out tasks throughout a full shift, with appropriate meal breaks.· Physically capable of standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, and crouching as needed.· Able to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds independently and heavier objects with reasonable accommodations.· Visual acuity sufficient to perform job duties accurately.· Capable of assessing weights, judging distances, and working at various heights.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday generally 6am-230pm. Subject to change as production demand increases.