1st Shift Operator

Under direction of the Creamery Supervisor and other Work Center 1 leadership staff, the Work Center 1 Operator is responsible for assisting in pasteurization and cheesemaking processes. Duties include but are not limited to processing the flow of milk and cream through each step of the cheesemaking process, while following company GMPs, Safety, and Quality programs.

Location: Websterville, VT (Barre)

Pay: Starting at $20.00 per hour.

Hours: Sunday through Thursday, 5: 00 AM to 1: 30 PM.

Required Qualifications & Experiences

• 18 years or older
  

• Basic computer skills.
  

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions, and possess basic mathematical skills
  

Preferred Qualifications & Experiences

• 1+ years of continuous prior experience in any industry
  

• Self-Reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision
  

• Able to trouble shoot mechanical problems
  

• Communicates work order progress to supervisor and production operators
  

• Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team
  

• Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule
  

• Ability to follow manufacturer's specifications and directions
  

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  

• Work in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the day
  

• Ensures a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks
  

• Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  

• Follows all procedures, GMPS, Safety, Quality, and Sanitation plans
  

• Ability to identify and report all potentially non-confirming product and equipment to Supervisor and the Quality Assurance Department
  

Essential Physical Requirements

• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
  

• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
  

• Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present
  

• Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime
  

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

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