Temporary Dairy Processing Assistant

Responsibilities

Supports dairy processing staff with tasks related to the production and handling of finished milk and ice cream products. Significant time is spent in cold storage areas, including the milk cooler and ice cream freezer, stocking packaged products and assisting with quality control activities such as environmental monitoring and conducting solids and fat content testing in the lab.

• CIP – Clean In Place, operation of the cleaning system for tanks and pipes.
• COP – Clean Out of Place, operation of COP vats for small equipment sanitation.
• Separation Equipment Cleaning – operation of the separator in clean mode, breakdown, reassemble, and sanitize.

Monday–Friday, flexible hours typically 8am–4pm with lunch. 20 hours per week.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior dairy processing experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E‐Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.