• Dairy Machine Operator Trainee - 2nd shift

    Lactalis American Group Inc. (Buffalo, NY)


    Dairy Machine Operator Trainee - 2nd shift

     

    Buffalo, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=2375+South+Park+Avenue+Buffalo+NY+USA+14220) • Mozzarella Production

     

    Job Type

     

    Full-time

    Description

    Looking for a job that can turn into a lifelong career? At Lactalis USA, we believe in promoting from within and giving our employees opportunities to grow. Whether you’re starting fresh or bringing years of experience, we’ll provide the tools and support you need to succeed!

     

    Lactalis, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to nurturing the future by providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. We produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together every day. We offer an enviable range of dairy brands includingGalbani®, Président®, Kraft® Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond®, Parmalat®, Siggi’s®, and Stonyfield Organic®in addition to several brands imported from our affiliates in Europe.

     

    We live by our core values—Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity—and we’re building a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued.

     

    Even if you don’t meet every qualification, don’t let that stop you from applying! We’re eager to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how you can bring your EXPERTISE to help us make an impact.

     

    From your PASSION to ours

     

    Candidates will be responsible for running and cleaning multiple pieces of equipment which include the cheese molders, cooker, DMC and brine system.

     

    From your EXPERTISE to ours

    Key responsibilities for this position include:

    1. Ability to start-up, maintain sanitation, perform CIP, shutdown and operate machinery. Also to include troubleshooting machinery when needed.

    2. Monitors key processing indicators such as time, temperature, pH, moisture and weight.

    3. Maintains production in a continuous flow operation.

    4. Will be in control of daily production and sanitation paperwork; filling it out properly and making comments of any non-compliance results.

    5. Ensures Food Safety and Security as required per the Plant’s GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and GSP (Good Sanitation Practices) Policy and Procedures.

    6. Performs other work duties as requested by the Mozzarella Production Supervisor.

    7. Responsible for working efficiently and safely to produce a high quality product.

    Requirements

    From your STORY to ours

    Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

    Qualifications:

    + Basic mathematical skills are required (must be able to calculate averages).

    + Attention to detail and accuracy in work required.

    + Strong communication abilities, written and verbal.

    Education and/or Experience:

    + Associate degree Dairy Science/chemistry preferred.

    + High School Diploma Required.

    + Dairy Experience Preferred.

     

    At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

     

    Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.

    Salary Description

    $23.194