Cheesemaker Trainee - Ricotta Production - 2nd shift

Description

Summary : Responsible for the production of high-quality consistent product and correct kettle / processor formulation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned .

1. Produces high quality products in a consistent manner.

2. Ensures proper volumes of each raw material are entered into the kettles / processors.

3. Ensures proper pH is achieved in all kettles / processors.

4. Appropriately monitors and controls drain speeds.

5. Ensures proper moistures have been reached by checking moisture of every lot prior to sending it to packaging.

6. Maintains all proper documentation including recording charts, cheese-making log sheets, etc.

7. Informs supervisor of any production issues.

8. Ensures proper sampling of raw material, preblend, and whey.

9. Cleans and sanitizes equipment and lines.

10. Ensures homogenizers are at proper pressures.

11. Documents mass meter numbers where necessary.

12. Maintains a clean and sanitary work area.

13. Is aware of and practices Plant’s Good Manufacturing

14. Practices (GMP) as well as Good Sanitation Practices (GSP).

15. Upholds all rules pertaining to confidentiality of information regarding Sorrento products and recipes.

Requirements

Qualifications :

• Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to perform a multitude of tasks.
• Strong communication abilities, written and verbal.
• Knowledge of computer software preferred : Work, Excel, Power Point.

Education and / or Experience :

• High School Diploma / GED required.
• Associate degree in Dairy Science / Chemistry preferred.

Employee Benefits.

Lactalis provides robust and competitive benefits for employees. We have developed a total rewards program that focuses on fair pay, pay for performance, benefits, time off, career progression, and development opportunities.

We offer a full suite of benefit options designed to fit your personal needs, from traditional medical and dental plans to ancillary benefits such as accident and critical illness insurance, as well as employee assistance programs.

Choice and flexibility are at the core of our benefits program, assuring you have the choices and coverage levels that meet your personal needs.

We also understand the importance of affordable benefits which is why we contribute up to 85% toward the cost. We place significant importance on your financial well-being by providing company paid short-term disability, life insurance, and a generous 401(k) plan.

When it comes to time off, we understand the importance of work-life balance which is why all employees are granted PTO days upon hire in addition to designated annual holidays.

We continue to evaluate our total rewards program and strive to provide you with valuable benefits for your overall wellness.