Short & Sweet: The vat operator is responsible for the cooking, mixing, and monitoring of the cheese make process.
Schedule:
12 HOUR SHIFT
5:30 PM - 6:00 AM
2, 2, 3 rotation
24/7/365/Weekends/Holidays
General Outline of Duties:
Operate the HTST, vats and CIP system for eight vats simultaneously in a fast paced environment
Communicate clearly with the Quality Department, Cheese Production Operators and department management
React quickly and adjust / troubleshoot equipment to maintain product specifications
Legibly complete the Make Sheet
Take samples of milk, curd and whey at scheduled times
Understand cheesemaking procedures (i.e.: soft sets, poor acid development, weak curd, and starter problems)
Follow proper agitator RPMs
Perform all necessary checks / calibrations including metering starter and thermometers at designated times
Recognize and communicate potential deviant situations
Start up and shut down HTST
Maintain the plant production schedule
Apply lockouts to equipment as required
Qualifications:
Minimum
Demonstrated ability to complete work assignments with high degree of accuracy
The ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Must be 18 years old
Must be able to support 24/7/365/weekends/holidays
Must be able to lift 50 lbs from floor to mid-chest and climb stairs hourly
Preferred
Prior cheese and/or dairy foods manufacturing experience
Prior chemical or laboratory experience
Familiarity with SAP or other manufacturing software system working with touch screens
