What are the responsibilities and job description for the Batch Maker/ Process Operator position at Planet Forward?
Job description
About the job
In business for over 120 years and as the 3rd largest cream cheese manufacturer in the US, . We are an SQF Level 3 certified manufacturer. Our Client award-winning products are used and loved by industrial, institutional, foodservice, private label, supermarket, and club store accounts across the United States and in numerous international markets.
Job Overview :
At our company, our valued Process Operators play a crucial role in crafting, pasteurizing, and homogenizing our renowned cream cheese, known for its exceptional quality worldwide. As the initial step in our cheesemaking process, Process Operators hold a vital position in ensuring the production of premium cheese products. Operating in a fast-paced environment, they demonstrate outstanding prioritization skills while upholding the highest standards of quality, even when dealing with high-volume production.
Major Duties, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities :
- Make Cream Cheese (Direct Set, Cultured etc.), Mascarpone, Low-Fat Cream Cheese, Tofutti, Yogurt, Greek and other cheeses while adhering to Standard Operating Procedures, HACCP Guidelines and Good Manufacturing Procedures.
- Determine powders and other ingredients necessary to make cheese using a formula provided on computer. Retrieve, measure, and return ingredients as needed.
- Verify receipt, butterfat % and weight of cream, milk, and / or cream cheese mix.
- Perform Babcock Test and T.A.(titratable acidity) test.
- Blend, Pasteurize, Homogenize, Acidify, pH and pack all Cream Cheese products.
- Maintain all Homogenizer seals and oil levels at all times.
- Complete all manual and computerized production records including recording ingredients used, lot numbers, batches produced, etc.
- Assist with maintaining inventory of ingredients and packaging for co-pack products by alerting Cream Supervisor and Purchasing when levels are getting low.
- Organize and clean work area on a continual basis following any clean up schedules provided.
- Assist General Manager with new product development, as requested.
- Change homogenizer seals and perform preventative maintenance on positive pumps and all other related equipment.
- Assist in the cleaning of equipment for kosher products
- Must be proficient at handling multiple tasks on a consistent basis.
- Follow and assist with the updating of Standard Operating Procedures, HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) Guidelines, GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), safety policies, and all other company policies.
- Assist team in improving quality and efficiency through continual development of operational techniques that minimize product waste and maximize product quality.
Ideal Qualifications :
Benefits built for you :
Our people are the heart of our business, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired, and appreciated at work.
Employee Benefits :
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : $21.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits :Salary : $21 - $28
