Great Lakes Cheese

2nd Shift Whey Operator

Great Lakes Cheese  •  $26/hr  •  Adams, MA (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

The Whey Operator is responsible for assisting the Whey Evaporator and Dryer Operator in the whey processing operation.

Job Responsibilities

  • Operate and clean the AMVR Evaporator in automatic and manual modes.
  • Operate and clean the TFD and MSD spray dryers.
  • Perform lab work as required.
  • Recognize deficiencies in product.
  • Operate equipment in preparation for cream shipments.
  • Troubleshoot and solve any productions problem during operation.
  • Keep all records accurate and up to date.
  • Keep equipment and plant in condition that will meet all regulatory agency requirements.
  • All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
  • All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

The pay for this position is $25.80/hr - $26.45/hr. All offers will be based on a candidate’s skills, prior relevant experience, applicable degrees and certifications, and internal equity. This range is specific to New York and may not be applicable to other locations.

Hours: 4:00PM - 4:00AM

Required Education and Experience

  • Ability to adapt to change quickly.
  • Ability to understand the basic operation of evaporator and dryer and be capable of making process adjustments to them.
  • Basic computer skills required.

Preferred Education and Experience

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
  • Ability to make minor decisions based on standard practices.
  • Basic math skills to adjust process changes.
  • SAP experience.

Working Conditions

  • Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.
  • Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.
  • Product weight: up to 50 lbs.
  • Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Great Lakes Cheese

About Great Lakes Cheese

Great Lakes Cheese is an award-winning, premier manufacturer and packager of natural and processed bulk, shredded, and sliced cheeses. As the nation’s leading natural cheese packager, Great Lakes Cheese serves grocery, club and super stores, as well as restaurant chains and foodservice distributors. The company has a national footprint with facilities in Ohio, New York, Tennessee, Utah, Wisconsin, and one under construction in Texas. Family- and employee-owned, Great Lakes Cheese celebrated their 60th year of business in 2018.

Great Lakes Cheese was founded by Swiss immigrant, Hans Epprecht, who began his store-door delivery business in 1958. Since then, Great Lakes Cheese has grown to a multi-billion dollar revenue company. The company remains privately owned by the Epprecht Family and over 4,000 dedicated employee-owners. In 1998, the Epprecht Family established an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), which gives all employee-owners a shared 20% stake in the company.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Hiram, Ohio
Year Founded
1958
Website
greatlakescheese.com
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