Separator-HTST Operator- Nights

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

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job purpose:

Able and available to perform all processing positions in the absence of the operator who normally performs the job.  This includes Separator Operator, RO Milk Operator, Membrane Operator, Pre Batching Operator, VTIS Operator and CIP Operator.

responsibilities:

Operate milk separating equipment in the processing department in a safe and sanitary manner following all GMP’s. Operations include receiving/coordination of raw milk, separation, selection of skim milk and cream tanks/silos, monitoring and maintaining process controls of heat exchanger process variables and documenting accurate recordings of process parameters while in operation. Cleaning the processing equipment which includes hand cleaning parts, clean-in-place (CIP) and clean out of place (COP) operations on a daily basis. Perform any other duties assigned by management.

• Know proper established start up and shut down procedures.
• Maintain proper process parameters and quality of product being produced.
• Monitor pressures, temperatures, flow rates, etc. and document as required.
• Know and maintain process specifications. Contact supervisor/manager if issues occur.
• Properly clean process equipment such as silos, cream storage silos, balance tanks, lines, valves and pumps and heat exchangers.
• Test CIP solution strengths and log on CIP log.
• Service pumps, valves and heat exchangers as needed and/or per preventative maintenance schedule.
• Possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve processing issues.
• Responsible for system efficiencies.
• Develop and train team members.

 

All areas duties:

• Aid in the training of new personnel.
• Report immediately to foreperson or supervisor of any damage, irregular activity, or unsafe conditions concerning the equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area. Facility must remain audit ready at all times.
• Follow all company safety, working, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

 

skills/qualifications required:

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

• Must work in a safe, efficient manner and follow all safety procedures including the use of safety equipment.
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot small problems, and be able to discern when issues may require input from levels of authority within the corporation.
• Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.

A High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required.

• High School level verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computational skills required. Simple math reasoning required.
• Must be able to operate the equipment effectively after the appropriate break-in period.

 

working conditions and physical requirements:

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

• 15,000 steps minimum
• 26 stairs (one way up or down) 52 (round trip) total every hour minimum for a total of 312 one way per shift and 624 round trip
• Lifting up to 50+ pounds (no more than 80)
• Climbing ladders up to 15 ft
• Standing up to 1 hour straight
• Continuous physical activity for up to 1 hour straight

Sitting/Standing/Walking/Lifting/Carrying: The operator stands throughout the