Threonine Broth Operator

Property of: CJ Bio America

Job #: PROD_R_Operator Threonine Broth / Evaporation

REV: 11/12/2018

Function:
Production

Receive, pH adjust and heat inactivate threonine broth. Evaporate inactivated broth in preparation for granulation and drying.

This position works 12-hour rotating shifts (36 / 48 hours per week alternating, rotating nights & days every 4 weeks), which includes days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.

• Measure and document broth transfers.
• Monitor and control broth pH, TS%, PCV%, density and temperature.
• Identify process malfunctions / deviations and communicate issues to management immediately
• Monitor and control assigned process equipment using HMI control software
• Collect samples and test pH, Total solids%, PCV%, concentration and density
• Accurately and legibly record samples and process data.
• Monitor assigned equipment and production areas to ensure cleanliness and normal operating conditions
• Perform equipment / tank cleaning (CIPs) as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Ability to participate in a high performance team-based environment that is fast-learning and adaptive;
• Communicate effectively and participate in a continuous improvement culture, including utilizing problem solving skills; be flexible to all shifts;
• Willing to cross-train into other areas; ensure conformance to standard operating procedures;

• This position works 12-hour rotating shifts (36 / 48 hours per week alternating, rotating nights & days every 4 weeks), which includes days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• This position works in a manufacturing environment, which includes exposures to moving mechanical parts, high noise levels, vibrations, varying atmospheric conditions and temperatures, hazardous chemicals, high pressure steam, dust
• This position regularly requires the ability to remain in a stationary position up to 50% of shift, standing, walking extended distances, ascending/descending stairs extended distances, close/distance vision. Occasionally requires confined space entry, lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, ascending/descending ladders, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• High school diploma / GED
• Lab and/or production experience is preferred

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities form time to time, as needed. This job description is subject to change at any time.