Spray Dry Operator

Spray Dry Operator

Spray Dry Operator Job Functions

Pick and stage materials as needed; make batches as required

Ensure equipment is clean before and after product runs

Startup production runs

Maintain efficient output of dryer during production run

Package product according to customer specifications

Ensure correct labeling is applied

Clearly document production information as required: HACCP, (Critical) Control Point, and other Quality Checks

Production operating parameters

Properly document appropriate HACCP, Critical Control Point, and other Quality verification checks

Packaging product as it is dispensed into the correct container type

Clean dryer (using CIP system or handwashing)

Maintaining a clean dryer room

Assist Batch Team Member and Spray Dry Lead as needed

Follow appropriate GMP requirements

Assist and co-operate with Continuous Improvement ideas and projects

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required

Minimum 1 year experience in manufacturing / batching environment preferred

Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs

In-house fork truck certification is required

Forklift operation skills preferred

Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment

Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team

Ability and willingness to learn multiple manufacturing processes and equipment operations

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Basic math, reading and recordkeeping skills

Ability to communicate professionally with employees at all levels of the organization

Basic PC skills

Ability to perform routine work assignments, multi-tasking and following instructions with moderate supervision; ability to work well under pressure

Ability to understand work procedures, methods, use of required equipment and computerized work instructions

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES (performs the following)

Ability to perform all functions of Operator I & II

Ability to operator all on-site forklifts

Ability to identify correctly and pour raw materials in designated vessel utilizing scales and load cells

Ability to follow work instructions to mix compound, track batch in Sage ERP system and submit sample to Quality

AND

Ability to make washes, emulsions, reactions and magnasweet batches

Ability to trouble shoot batches with other operators

Work in accordance with all relevant requirements including, but not limited to GMP, SQF, OSHA, HACCP, FDA, USDA and internal safety guidelines

Maintains neat, orderly and clean shop floor and workplace at all times

Excellent attendance, flexibility, enthusiasm and a positive approach to work performance

Other tasks as assigned

Compliance with systems/programs similar to Flavor Producer's Quality, Safety and Food Safety programs.

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.