Whey Sanitation Technician

Description

TITLE: Whey Sanitation Technician

DEPARTMENT: Whey

LOCATION: Tulare, CA

Lactalis Heritage Dairy is currently seeking candidates to join our team in Tulare, CA.

Lactalis Group, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. At Lactalis, our core values of AMBITION, ENGAGEMENT, and SIMPLICITY are at the heart of everything we do.

If you're looking for a unique experience with a company that offers strong brands, professional expertise, and a dynamic work environment that champions entrepreneurial spirit, hands-on responsibility, and real opportunity for career development, we want to hear from you!

Lactalis Heritage Dairy: inviting you to share with us your STORY, your PASSION, and your EXPERTISE.

From your PASSION to ours

As a Whey Sanitation Technician, the role will carry out responsibilities such as but not limited to managing flow through of liquid product. The role includes work in all aspects of whey sanitation including, but not limited to; Whey RO, Whey Cream Pasteurizer and Separator processes, whey silo management, CIP's, transfers, etc., and loadouts for condensed, salty whey, raw whey, whey cream, acid whey and EBMUD. Additionally, the Whey Sanitation Operator will collaborate with other team members, the team supervisor and department manager to align duties with the company's goals and values.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

• Demonstrate flexibility to work in all aspects of whey sanitation, including but not limited to: Whey RO, Whey Cream Pasteurizer and Separator processes, whey silo management, CIP's, transfers, etc., loadouts for condensed, salty whey, raw whey, whey cream, acid whey, and EBMUD. Manage the flow through of liquid product.
• Crosstrain in evaporator occupation support the team's cross-training plan.
• Track and maintain quality/ccp documentation, daily and master sanitation of work area.
• Provide coverage so that team members can attend meetings, cross-train and work on projects.
• Assist with sanitation, downtime, TPM and other production needs, including emergency situation.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Communicate and pass down business information.
• Participate in post-failure analysis activities including root cause determination and corrective action.
• Actively identify and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with equipment troubleshooting and support maintenance when needed.
• Accountable for the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) standards as outlined in the plant's QRMP document, including the implementation, improvement and ongoing maintenance.
• Comply with all policies and procedures as related to the LHD Management System.
• Complete other assignments as directed.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

• High school's diploma is preferred.

Experience

• 2+ years manufacturing experience is preferred.

Certifications and specific knowledge

• Ability to obtain a Pasteurizer's License is required.

Lactalis Heritage Dairy 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.