Production Operator Processor

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• Weekly pay
• Scheduling flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Paid education assistance
• Team member discount
• Development programs for advancement and career growth

Please review the job profile below and apply today!

• Operate and monitor HTST, UHT, and batching systems to ensure correct product flow, temperature, pressures, and specifications
• Use the HMI operating system to execute recipes, monitor process parameters, and document production data
• Perform line startups, changeovers, CIP (Clean-In-Place), and SIP (Sterilization-In-Place) procedures
• Troubleshooting equipment and communicate issues to maintenance and leadership
• Follow all safety policies, GMPs, and food safety/quality standards (SQF, HACCP, etc.)
• Work closely with ODA (Ohio Department of Agriculture)
• Accurately weigh, measure, and add ingredients according to batch recipes
• Complete production logs, downtime records, and quality checks
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams to ensure smooth operations
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Operate specific equipment within a designated area.
• Meet daily production goals and requirements
• Responsible for product quality and makes adjustments to equipment as necessary
• Ensure weights and formulas are accurate
• Proper completion of required paperwork
• Follow GMP's, CCP's and QCP's at all times
• Immediately report food safety and/or maintenance concerns to appropriate team leaders
• Train and instruct other team members how to properly operate equipment
• Must adhere to all safe work practices and rules

• High School education or GED preferred
• Must be able to read and write English to an 8th grade level
• Previous food manufacturing experience preferred
• Must be detail oriented
• Must be able to effectively work in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast paced, multifaceted environment
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work a flexible/off shift schedule
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to work from heights

We are seeking a skilled Processing Technician to join our manufacturing team. This role supports the safe, efficient, and accurate processing of dairy and beverage products using HTST, UHT, and batching systems, with day-to-day operations through the HMI control system. The ideal candidate has experience in food or beverage manufacturing and understands pasteurization, product safety, and equipment sanitation.