Evaporator Operator

Job Summary/Objective:

The Rogers 2 Operator plays a vital role in plant operations, handling diverse responsibilities such as CIP (clean in place) for equipment and lines, startup/shutdown procedures, operating Rogers 2 evaporator and R2 dryer, silo transfers, and HTST pasteurizers. This role involves inspections, chemical usage, effective communication, record-keeping, and strict adherence to SOPs, HACCP guidelines, and UDA quality, safety, and GMP policies. The operator must promptly report any nonconformities and fulfill additional duties as needed.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• CIP all process equipment, silos and lines
• Perform the startup and shutdown functions of process equipment
• Perform CIP and process connections
• Operate Rogers 2 evaporator and R2 dryer
• Perform silo transfers and make connections for receiving skim
• Operate the HTST pasteurizers on the Rogers 1 evaporator
• Perform bag house and sifter inspections
• Perform evaporator and equipment inspections.
• Identify, and correctly use chemicals as related to job.
• Maintain a high level of communication with each plant/process as the job demands.
• Keep accurate and legible records
• Adhere to all SOP’s and HACCP guidelines.
• Adhere to all UDA quality, safety, and GMP policies and procedures, reporting any nonconformity.
• Other duties as required.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Requirements:

​​ ​None ​ ​ Minimal ​ ​ Moderate ​ ​ High

Qualifications:
General Skills & Abilities needed to complete job successfully:

• Knowledge of good manufacturing practices
• Ability to operate equipment.
• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Requires ability to read, hear, speak, and comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions & Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to troubleshoot and prioritize time.

Experience: (required)

• Knowledge of evaporators, dryers, pasteurizers and food manufacturing process.

Experience: (preferred)

• Food & Beverage Manufacturing operator experience
• Dairy Manufacturing experience

Education/Certifications: (if n/a is applicable please note “N/A)

Required

Preferred

Education (degree/certifications)

High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Environment & Demands:
Physical and environmental demands for this position are indicated below:

Physical Demands:

​​ ​Sitting for limited periods of time

​​ ​Standing and walking for extended periods of time

​​ ​Occasional bending, crouching, stooping, twisting, reaching and grasping

​​ ​Manual dexterity and repetitive movement of fingers and hands for keyboarding

​​ ​Ability to climb stairs

​​ ​Some lifting, up to 55 pounds

Environment:

​​ ​Office environment

​​ ​Production floor

​​ ​Able to work 12-hour shifts

​​ ​Other (please specify)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25