Sanitation Technician - Leprino Foods
Waverly, NY
About the Job
At Leprino Foods, we strive to be the WORLDs BEST dairy food and ingredient company. Leprino Foods is the world's largest supplier of mozzarella cheese and one of the largest suppliers of premium dairy nutrition ingredients. Our customers and business partners span the globe and include many of the world's largest food companies, restaurant chains and distributors.
Summary:
The Cheese Department Sanitation operator role is trained to perform pre-cleaning and CIPing of the department conveyors, extruders, dry mixers, brine discharge belting and Cooper cutter, including framework and surrounding area.
Schedule:
+ Leprino Foods is a 24/7 operating facility; the employee must be willing and able to workdays/ weekends. Our schedules run 12 hours on a 2-2-3 rotation that allows for every other weekend off.
+ After training is complete, new hires will be assigned a regular schedule on the next available shift.
Pay Rate:
+ $23.35 per hour
+ $1.00 per hour weekend differential for all hours worked between 12:01am Saturday morning through 11:59pm Sunday night. $0.75 shift differential for all evening hours worked between 6:01pm and 5:59 am any day of the week.
Responsibilities:
+ Ensure all shutdown cheese is handled in a sanitary manner and properly designated for further processing.
+ Responsible for pre-cleaning and CIPing of the department conveyors, extruders, dry mixers, brine discharge belting and Cooper cutter, including framework and surrounding area.
+ Ensure all shutdown cheese is handled in a sanitary manner and properly designated for further processing.
+ Fill chemical jugs before shutdown.
+ Pre-clean and CIP brine discharge belting and Cooper cutter, including framework and surrounding area.
+ Empty and connect CIP Dry Mixer #1.
+ Collect all line scraping and scrap at the brine discharge area and cheese from the bottom of the brine tank.
+ Foam, scrub, rinse and sanitize entire area/department conveyors.
+ Aid in shutdown procedures at the extruders and dry mixers.
+ Empty extruders / nozzles and make all necessary connections for CIP.
+ Operate extruders through the shutdown, start-up and operation processes.
+ Wash, clean and inspect all product containers.
+ Empty, brush, clean and sanitize all designated department drains.
+ CIP condensed trucks periodically.
+ Weigh animal feed and transport to animal feed tote in Warehouse.
+ Ensure a smooth start up by monitoring ribbon quality.
+ Final hose down of the floors. Clean panels, windows, and doors
+ Straighten up the supply room.
+ Clean red hallway and grey hallway.
+ Complete and sign the Master Sanitation Schedule.
+ Follow proper lockout procedures.
+ Any additional duties as assigned.
Requirements:
+ Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
+ Ability to pass a physical abilities test to assess ability to bend, reach, lift, pull, and climb stairs/ladders as required for the position.
+ Able to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
+ Action oriented and the capacity to drive for results.
+ Familiarity with SAP or other manufacturing software systems working with touch screens.
+ Ability to evaluate and identify mechanical conditions and adjust or corrective action, as necessary.
Preferred skills:
+ Experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
+ Background or aptitude towards sanitation functions.
+ Proficient computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office products.
+ Familiarity or ability to learn SAP, or similar integrated manufacturing system.
+ Prior food industry experience.
Physical Demands & Environment:
+ This position will be exposed to working in a wet/slippery environment with loud noise in varying degrees of temperature. Must be able to withstand high heat and humidity. Handles hazardous chemicals
+ Specific vision may be required for this position, including close vision, distance vision, color and depth perception, and the ability to read computer screens for extended time periods.
+ Ability to pass a physical abilities test to assess ability to bend, reach, lift, pull, and climb stairs/ladders.
+ Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs hourly, climb a ladder, and walk up/downstairs regularly.
Why work for Leprino Foods in Waverly?
A career with Leprino Foods means youll be part of a worldwide family of individuals dedicated to producing high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Your contributions will be noticed and rewarded as you work to further our company, our customers and one another.
What we Offer:
+ Profit Sharing
+ 401k
+ Monthly Safety/Quality Incentive Bonus
+ Matched Retirement Savings
+ Paid Vacation (40 hours vacation every 6 months which increases with tenure)
+ 9 Paid Holidays
+ 56 hours of Paid Sick Time
+ Healthcare Benefits starting the first of the month following your hire date (includes wellness incentive program)
+ Educational Assistance
+ Discounts on Leprino Foods products
Leprino Foods Company supports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO / Affirmative Action EmployerM / F / Disability / Veteran
Leprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing. Additional information about this process can be obtained atwww.psychemedics.com
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