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Nesco Resource

Pasteurizer

Nesco Resource, West Jefferson, OH, United States

Nesco is looking for someone who likes faced paced operations. They are looking for a Pasteurizer to work in West Jefferson for a food manufacturing company.

Pay: $26/ hr
Shift: 2-2-3 rotating shift. 6a.m.-6:30 or 6:00p.m.-6:30a.m.

ACITIVITIES

  1. Adheres to safe work practices, policies, and procedures. Follows GMP's, maintains sanitary conditions and ensures that product quality is maintained. Reports any conditions or practices that may adversely affect employee safety or food safety/quality to management immediately.
  2. Operates equipment to maintain regulatory standards and compliance at all times.
  3. Operates, cleans, assists in preventive maintenance (PM) in accordance with PM schedule, troubleshoots processing machines and other equipment when needed.
  4. Controls and operates technical computerized equipment that pasteurizes a liquid milk-based product including UHT Pasteurizers, Product Chillers, and Homogenizers.
  5. Control set points for various products; understand relationships between temperature, time, and flow and how it effects processing.
  6. Maintains and communicates inventory levels of raw and pasteurized product with team to ensure minimal downtime.
  7. Conduct and record all quality checks and record downtime events in a timely fashion utilizing Redzone.
  8. Creates and/or maintains the required reports, logs, records, data, and charts as it relates to processing
  9. Alerts the Supervisor when major mechanical problems and process deviations occur and reports any system abnormalities to reduce the risk of, and damage to, the system or product.
  10. Proactively coordinates with other Machine Operators the status of the CIP system, to ensure the correct hook up and start time of the production line.
  11. Cleans pasteurizer and pumps, and coordinates hook ups on all CIP lines and tanks.
  12. Actively engages in continuous improvement efforts.
  13. Test and monitor chemical titrations to ensure in spec for proper cleaning.
  14. Resupply chemical drums as needed to maintain proper sanitation.
  15. Team player who aligns and upholds our values: Teamwork, Accountability, Innovation and Continuous Improvement and passion for customer and consumers.
  16. Attends and actively participates in safety meetings and trainings.
  17. Train new hires as required.
  18. Maintains regular and consistent attendance.
  19. Fosters open communications and a good attitude toward work and fellow employees.
  20. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:



EDUCATION:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

At least 2 years' experience in Manufacturing, operating complex computerized machinery

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

  • 2 years of experience operating VTIS, HTST, UHT, pasteurization equipment
  • Ability to read, write, and comprehend shift change instructions, short correspondence, emails, and memos.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively with other employees.
  • Ability to calculate general mathematics, using units of weight measurement and volume.
  • Ability to solve problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
  • General knowledge of chemicals
  • Intermediate level computer skills, necessary to operate equipment controls.
  • Ability to plan activities and work independently.
  • Maintain a positive and engaging attitude towards colleagues at work.
  • Mechanical aptitude.
  • General knowledge of equipment and troubleshooting to correct processing deficiencies; ability to recognize and react in short time.
Level 1 Processing Machine Operator: At this level, operators usually handle basic tasks related to operating and monitoring packaging machinery. They may be responsible for loading materials into the machine, ensuring proper settings are inputted, monitoring the machine's operation, and performing routine maintenance tasks. Level 1 operators typically work under close supervision and may require minimal experience or training.
  • 6 months of machine operator experience
  • Basic understanding of machinery operations.
  • Ability to load materials into the machine.
  • Basic troubleshooting skills for minor issues.
  • Willingness to learn and follow safety protocols.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.