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