Whey Systems Operator

We  are seeking candidates for TEMPORARY   Whey Systems Operators in Antigo, Wisconsin.  Hours are rotating 2-2-3 working 4pm-4am.  This is a temporary  opportunity with an expected duration of 90-120 days in length.

PAY IS $31.70/hour plus a $2.50/hour shift differential

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Other duties may be assigned
* Starts up and operates whey separator to produce whey cream from raw whey produced in cheese making.
* Starts up and operates reverse osmosis polisher system to produce high quality concentrated whey by controlling whey flow rate, pressures, and temperatures, etc.
* Directs all products to proper storage tanks. Tests finished product throughout operation.
* Monitor’s product levels, flows and temperatures in raw whey tanks whey cream tank, whey tanks, cow water tank, product balance tanks, and reverse osmosis system.
* Records all information on production log sheets.
* Ensures USDA compliance of WPC procedures.
* Tests outgoing loads and completes necessary paperwork.
* Keeps track of whey plant cleaning chemicals, keeps supply barrels full, assists and directs unloading and storage of all chemicals received during shift.
* Complies will all company safety and good manufacturing practices.
* Washes RO system, whey heat treat and polishes water system, whey tank, and reserve silo.
* Immediately reports any food safety or quality issues to management or other individual authorized to initiate action.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 
High school diploma or equivalency is required (GED) 
OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
* Knowledge of operator interfaces to operate automated equipment. 
* Good computer and mechanical skills 
* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 
* Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 
* Ability to speak effectively with manager, truck drivers and other Team Members. 
* Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 
* Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. 
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS
May need to be certified to run milk antibiotic tests for incoming milk.
Interested candidate should apply on-line at  or submit a resume to 
Criminal background checks and pre-employment drug tests will be conducted prior to starting.
Flex-Staff is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
 
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