Pasteurizer

PASTEURIZER

Job Summary:

The Pasteurizer is responsible for ensuring that all know pathogens are pasteurized and product is homogenized. Run and maintain pasteurizer and other related equipment within dairy production environment. High responsibility – Responsible for quality, food safety and product specifications.

We are looking for a full time Pasteurizer to:

• Closely monitor the dairy production process and follow Standard Operating Procedures for batching and processing products.
• Accurately prepare & maintain all area paperwork.
• Monitor fats, total solids, allergen, cryoscope and other related items as they associate with processing dairy products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties
• Verify all charts including frequency pen, cut in/cut out temperatures and product recording temperatures.
• Maintain sanitation of equipment including CIP & hand cleaning
• Operate equipment at recommended speeds and communicate mechanical and operational issues as they arise.
• Operate and clean equipment with a sense of urgency to maximize throughput and minimize downtime.
• Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.
• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information.
• Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s.
• Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot.
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
• Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
• Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area.
• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1 year experience required.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Experience within the food and beverage industry preferred.
• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend for virtually the entire shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally including overhead.
• Must be able to work in a wet environment.
• Some exposure to cleaning chemicals.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays.
• Be able to effectively work in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits that Meadow Gold employees enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Holidays

Since 1897, Meadow Gold has been providing the families of Hawaii with wholesome, local, and nutritious food and beverage products. At Meadow Gold, we are committed to investing in and giving back to our local communities through deep-rooted community partnerships. By joining Meadow Gold, you will be essential to delivering our mission and helping us continue our legacy.

Meadow Gold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, race, religion, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, family circumstances, life experiences, marital status, military status, sexual orientation and/or any other status protected by law.

Pay Rate: $28 - $30 Hourly