3rd Shift Processor - VN; Blender Deck) Vernon, NY

Vernon, NY

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8pm - 4:30am

Pay range: $28.09 an hour, plus a $.60 night shift differential.

** This is a union position, covered under Teamsters Local 294 Union**

The job responsibilities for this position are as follows:

Blender Deck Operator: This job includes the cooling of cottage cheese curd and blending it with CO2, cheese dressing, fruit, and flavors according to plant SOPs and formulation. Candidates will be required to understand the following operational needs. They must have the ability to perform the tear down, set up, hand wash, CIP, and sanitize of all equipment and circuits associated with the blending operation.

General knowledge of the cheese room and work in conjunction with the Cheese Room Operators and Filler Operators to ensure an efficient operation. Maintain all documented information as per SQF requirements. Keep all work areas neat and clean at all time, to conform to GMP and SQF requirements. Understand and follow all safety procedures, always wear proper PPE, and never put yourself or other employees in harm’s way.

Must stay until job is completed or relieved. Must perform any other assignments given by Foreman or Supervisor in charge. This description is not all inclusive and is subject to change.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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