Evaporator Operator (Night Shift)

Continental Dairy Facilities is Select Milk Producer’s first state-of-the-art powder milk and butter facility that produces over 300,000 pounds of dry non-fat milk per day in Coopersville, Michigan. Since 2009, Continental Dairy Facilities has been providing grade A, Gold Star quality milk products to manufacturers across the country and around the world. Our commitment to quality and sustainability has made us a preferred producer for a wide range of food manufacturing companies.

Our most important core value is YOU. Our employees are the foundation and heart of our organization and we strive to promote a positive and inclusive work environment. We are a forward-thinking company that encourages out-of-the-box thinking and rewards innovation and excellence. We seek employees who will take pride in their work and love to take ownership to solve problems and find unique solutions.

PAY RATE

$25.00

$1.25 Night Shift Premium

SCHEDULE

Night Shift 6:00 pm - 6:30 am (2-2-3 schedule)

*Must be willing to work weekends and holidays that fall into schedule.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

Operate cream processing, evaporators, and dryer in a safe, sanitary manner. Operations include cream pasteurizing, condensing, and drying of product, cleaning of cream pasteurizer, evaporator, dryer, and related equipment, and documenting accurate recordings of test results while in operation. Cleaning of the cream pasteurizer, evaporator and dryer includes hand cleaning parts, clean-in-place operations, and dry cleaning on a daily basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Know proper established start up and shut down procedures.
• Maintain proper moisture and quality of product being produced.
• Monitor moisture, fat, and scorched particles at least once per hour and enter in log sheet while operating.
• Check inside of dryer for powder build up and react accordingly to findings. (Inform supervisor of any problems during CIP of unit)
• Inspect tailings.
• Inspect sifter screen, magnet, and report to supervisor any concerns.
• Properly clean evaporator and dryer.
• Properly clean condensed storage silos, cream storage silos, balance tanks, lines, valves, and pumps.
• Test CIP solution strengths and log on CIP log.
• Service pumps and valves as needed and/or per preventative maintenance.
• Aid in the training of new personnel.
• Report immediately to foreperson or supervisor of any damage, irregular activity, or unsafe conditions concerning the equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area. Facility must remain USDA inspection ready at all times.
• Follow all company safety, working, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must work in a safe, efficient manner and follow all safety procedures including the use of safety equipment.
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot small problems and be able to discern when issues may require input from levels of authority within the corporation.
• Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• A High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must possess or be able to acquire an Industrial Truck Operator License.

BENEFITS

Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and 401k with a company match.

REPORTS TO

Plant Supervisor

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT

Non-Exempt

EEO/Affirmative Action Employer - Continental Dairy Facilities, LLC maintains a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in all employment practices and decisions, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.