Butter Operator CC

Summary

The Butter Operator plays an essential role in cream handling, production, and packaging. The position is responsible for operating butter churns, monitoring the churning process, packaging finished butter products, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Key responsibilities include accurately salting and transferring products from the churn to the packaging line, primary packaging of finished butter, case packing and palletizing finished goods, ensuring proper date and lot codes are applied, and documenting key production parameters.

The role requires close attention to detail and adherence to food safety and quality standards.

Other duties may be assigned.

• Operate and monitor butter churn equipment in accordance with production specifications.
• Measure and load cream into the churn; monitor temperature, timing, and butterfat levels.
• Adjust churn settings based on product specifications and production schedules.
• Meters ingredients into the churning process based on product recipes.
• Perform in-process quality checks to ensure butter texture, color, and consistency meet standards.

• Operate butter packaging machines and manually pack butter into cartons or containers.
• Label and code finished product according to company, customer, and regulatory standards.
• Palletize and prepare products for cold storage or shipment.
• Track production quantities and complete batch records accurately.

• Conduct pre-operational inspections and sanitize butter production and related equipment.
• Perform thorough cleaning and sanitizing of all equipment, tables, and work areas during and after production.
• Follow all sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including Clean‑in‑Place (CIP) and Clean‑out‑of‑Place (COP) procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections of equipment and work surfaces for cleanliness and compliance.
• Handle cleaning chemicals safely and maintain appropriate chemical concentrations for effective sanitation.
• Support pre‑operational and post‑operational sanitation checks to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Participate in audits and inspections related to sanitation and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance.

• Train team members on standard operating procedures, safety practices, and quality protocols to ensure consistent performance.
• Comply with all company policies related to safety, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), GMP, and food quality; immediately report any concerns to appropriate personnel.

DIRECT REPORTS:
This position is not responsible for leading team members.

To perform this job successfully, 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.

• High school diploma or equivalency is preferred (GED).
• 2-3 years of food manufacturing experience desirable; operator experience preferred.

• Alignment with Company Values:
  Demonstrates behaviors and values that reflect the company’s culture. Sartori’s core values are family, commitment, authenticity, ingenuity, integrity, and humility.
• Adaptability:
  Responds positively to change and adjusts effectively to added information, evolving priorities, and shifting circumstances.
• Attention to Detail:
  Maintains a high standard of accuracy and thoroughness in all work activities.
• Decision Making:
  Evaluates all options and determines the best option for success.
• Effective Communication:
  Clearly and respectfully conveys information and ideas to team members across various platforms and situations.
• Reading and Comprehension:
  Understands and applies work instructions and documentation to perform tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Resourcefulness:
  Adapts to obstacles by identifying alternative paths or creative solutions to complete tasks and meet goals.
• Self‑Motivation:
  Takes initiative and demonstrates a strong internal drive to perform without constant supervision.
• Teamwork:
  Collaborates effectively within diverse…