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SUMMARY:

The Whey Day Off Relief person must cover Whey Operator, Milk Receiver, Secondary Starter Maker, positions, and the position of Whey Product Lead Hand.  IN addition to performing all tasks listed below, the operator must be able to perform SAP transactions in all positions listed below.  Always adheres to all USDA, GMP and safety regulations.

Whey Product Lead Hand will have the leadership ability to supervise the production process and its operators.  The production process is defined as milk receiving, product load out, whey department (including sanitation), and secondary starter.  This individual must have a good attitude, ability to lead and coach other people, and have the technical ability to oversee the functions of the areas listed above.  This is a working lead hand’s position with a reporting relationship to the shift supervisor and the production manager. This person must always adhere to all USDA, GMP, and safety regulations.  Milk receiving is responsible for receiving all fluid dairy products and loading out all fluid dairy products while ensuring proper weights, tests, and samples are taken and paperwork completed accurately and timely.

Whey operation is responsible for taking raw whey from the cheese department clarifying, separating out the fat, pasteurizing, using ultra filtration to concentrate the protein, using reverse osmosis and Nano filtration to concentrate the sugar (lactose) and minerals.

Milk Receiving is responsible for receiving all fluid daily products and loading out all fluid dairy products.  A receiver must ensure proper weights, tests, and samples are taken from every tanker shipped or received.  Always adheres to all USDA, GMP, and safety regulations.

Secondary Starter is responsible for taking the raw whey from the vats, separate out the fat, pasteurizing, using ultra filtration to concentrate the protein, using reverse osmosis to concentrate the sugar (lactose) and minerals, and using Nano filtration to re-concentrate the minerals from the water.  Always adheres to all USDA, GMP and safety regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Work in a safe mannerWork well with other employeesFollow and understand all of the “Standard Operation Procedures.”Must be able to run all equipment efficientlyResponsible for maintaining a clear, orderly, and neat work areaResponsible for maintaining neat and accurate paperworkRespect physical demands of job listed in “Physical Demands” section below.Attendance at work is an essential job duty.  Job requires regular attendance and work to be performed at the Tulare-Levin plant site.All other assigned duties

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Must work in a safe manner and follow all safety procedures including the use of safety equipment.  Must be able to work in physical environment as described in “Work Environment” section below.

Values that align with the Saputo culture.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

FOOD SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

All whey personnel are responsible for food safety including, but not limited to practicing GMP’s, and appropriate food defense techniques.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Good communication skills.Good math and statistical skills. Computer skills helpfulGood mechanical skills and aptitude

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Being able to resolve issues/problems that involve numerous variables in demanding situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Must be able to stoop, kneel, and squat for several minutes at a timeMust be able to stand on feet for at least a two-hour consecutive time periodMust be able to lift up to eighty (80) poundsMust be able to enter confined spacesAbility to reach with hands and arms, and talk and hearEmployee is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle or feelSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and ability to adjust focusWORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical partsEnvironment is occasionally damp and cold.  Caustic, acid, and chlorine chemicals will be used and may emit fumes into the airFloors may be wet and slipperyRoom temperatures will range from 35 degrees F. to an excess of 130 degrees FThe use of Mono Goggles, ear plugs, dust masks, rubber gloves, rubber boots and rain suits are all necessary in this area

Hourly Range: $29.63 - $34.91

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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