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Job Description

Job Summary:

The Milk Receiver is responsible for pumping incoming raw milk or cream from tank trucks into storage tanks, document and record volume into inventory. High Responsibility - with quality and efficiency being the major concern.

+ Pump incoming milk from tank trucks to storage tank, and compute and record volume of milk received.

+ Sample, unload, clean & release raw material tankers within 2 hours of arrival.

+ Follow all PMO requirements.

+ Weigh loaded truck on platform scale and records weight on log sheet.

+ Dip and pour sample of milk from vent hole of truck into bottle for laboratory analysis.

+ Take temperature of milk, and record data and temperature reading.

+ Load bulk tankers as needed.

+ May perform antibiotic and other laboratory tests as required.

+ Transfer milk to tank, read milk-flow meter, and record volume pumped on record sheet.

+ Wash and sanitize interior and exterior of tank.

+ Weigh empty truck and record weight.

+ Compute difference between loaded and unloaded weights of truck to verify accuracy of meter.

+ Perform sanitation duties in receiving, processing and CIP room as required, including valves & pumps PM.

+ Perform inventory counts as requested.

+ Responsible for valve and pump rebuilds along with all other required work orders.

+ 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.

+ Provide relief for CIP Operator, Tanker Washer position.

+ 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

Job Requirements:

+ 6 to 12 months work experience in Receiving or Processing.

+ Computer data entry skills required.

+ Must have knowledge of CIP system and chemicals.

+ Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

+ Limited Samplers and Weighers License required or must be able to obtain within 30 days from start date.

+ Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs., frequently lift and/or move above shoulder height, stand, walk, kneel, bend and travel up and down steps/stairs for virtually the entire shift.

+ Using a safety harness; will be required to climb high, restricted areas.

+ Knowledge of the APV system including valves and pumps and HMI interface.

+ Must be able to work in a wet environment. Some exposure to 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.

+ Must be able to pass all fit for duty screens as applicable.

+ Must be able to move tankers.

Compensation Details:

Competitive pay based on experience - $ up to $37.65

+ .50 cent shift differential for all hours worked between 6:00 pm and 6:00 am

+ Paid Vacation

+ Paid Holidays

+ Paid Sick Days

+ Pension and 401K Plan

+ EAP Program

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

**Pay Range** Up to $37.65