Dryer Operator

SHIFT:

• Night Shift (6:00am-6:30pm)
• Subject to change according to business needs.

BENEFITS:

• Excellent benefits package: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and AD&D, FSA, vacation, PTO, holiday pay, and 401k.
• Subject to applicable eligibility and waiting periods.
• On-site employee gym!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Dryer Operator is a key member of the production team. As a Dryer Operator at Idaho Milk Products, you will play a crucial role in our dairy processing operations. Your primary responsibility will be to operate and maintain the drying equipment used in converting liquid milk products into powder form. This position requires a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to safety, and a dedication to producing high-quality dairy products. The Dryer Operator must have Knowledge of all production lines and equipment and possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues; take responsibility for system efficiencies, operation of manufacturing equipment, and cleaning and maintaining the production process equipment. This position requires sound communication skills, both verbal and written. The Operator assists the Production Supervisor in the development and training of team members as assigned. He or she ensures that; all documentation is timely, accurate, and complete, and that GMPs, Sanitation requirements and performance measures are tracked and met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes pre-operational checks on all equipment before starting a process.
• Checks components of raw materials and finished product in accordance with published SOPs.
• Reviews department and system performances daily. Offers ideas and suggestions on how to improve the quality of the product or process.
• Follows published SSOPs for equipment and processes.
• Collects all samples in accordance with SOPs.
• Completes all work instructions, production log sheets, and sanitation log sheets accurately and promptly.
• Operates equipment in accordance with SOPs. Make corrections-based system out-puts and operational data.
• Monitors and documents chemical additions and consumption compared to standards. Informs supervisor of any issues or concerns.
• Verifies CIP systems performance.
• Supports the “Dry Floor” program. Continuously monitors all aspects of the production process for leaks and spills; Takes immediate corrective action and informs the supervisor.
• Arrives for work on time and ready to help operate the business successfully.
• Operates and cleans equipment in accordance with the production plan.
• Offers ideas and suggestions on “How to Improve” the process and System SOPs, SSOPs, and Sanitation Program.
• Complies with all OSHA and plant-published safety regulations.
• Submits ideas and suggestions on how to improve safety.
• Communicates safety issues and concerns to the Production Supervisor.
• Participates as a team member and treats others in a like manner.
• Supports greater employee involvement and actively participates in operating the shift.
• Utilizes shift pass-down and plant meetings to communicate ideas and suggestions for improving plant operations.
• The individual must be willing to learn new concepts, accept and embrace change, and be an active member of operating a business.
• Prepares for yearly performance review.
• Completes other projects as assigned.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work-related experience.

Experience:

• Production plant environment experience is a plus.
• Industrial production operator experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Excessive ascending and/or descending of ladders and stairs using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
• on a regular basis. Body agility is emphasized.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for short distances on a regular basis.
• Repetitive motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Also, repetitive moving of arms and repetitive bending over to perform Dryer dig outs every other day for up to 6 consecutive hours at a time using a shovel.
• Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time on concrete.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist on a regular basis.
• Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction.
• Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
• Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees occasionally.
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Lifting: Able to lift up to 25lbs on a regular basis and up to 75lbs occasionally.  
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.  Includes activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Occasional crawling and bending in a confined space for continuous periods of time.
• Subject to up to at least 92db’s.
• Subject to extreme heat:  Temperatures above 100 degrees on a regular basis.

Equipment Operated:

• Dryers, Bagging and Bulk bagging equipment, Palletizers, Scales, CIP Systems, Miscellaneous Manufacturing Equipment, Personal Computers, Copy Machines, Fax Machines, Calculators, Analytical Equipment, Phones, Forklifts, hand tools, and lifts.