HTST Operator

HTST Operator Compensation: Pay Rate:?$20 per hour. Holidays:?Working on holidays may be required depending on business needs. Overtime:?Overtime may be required and will be paid at the applicable rate. Conditions of Employment: Drug Testing:?Successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. Background Check:?

A background check may also be required as part of the hiring process. Key Duties: Equipment Operation:?Operate pasteurizers, milk and mix presses, and other production equipment. Perform batch mixing and product preparation. Quality Checks:?Complete quality checks, collect samples for testing, and document results accurately.

Ensure packaging meets standards. Troubleshooting:?Resolve basic to moderate equipment issues. Adjust filler timing and perform equipment changeovers. Sanitation:?Clean tanks and equipment, and follow sanitation protocols. Complete cleaning checklists post-production. Documentation:?Maintain accurate records, including charts, logs, and any necessary paperwork.

Ingredient Stocking:?Ensure ingredients are stocked and accessible for the production process. General Maintenance:?Assist with minor maintenance and other duties as assigned by management.

Responsibilities

Quality Assurance:?Ensure all processes meet safety, regulatory, and customer requirements. Document quality checks and make adjustments as necessary. Filling and Packaging:?Oversee packaging processes, monitor weights, seals, and caps, and adjust equipment as needed. Process Improvement:?Identify areas for improvement in processes and equipment efficiency.

Compliance:?Adhere to food safety and quality policies, including following guidelines for allergens (such as nut allergens). Physical Demands: Physical Stamina:?The role requires prolonged standing, walking, kneeling, and bending. Climbing and balancing may occasionally be required. Lifting:?Frequently lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally more than 75 pounds.

Environment:?Work is in wet environments, with potential exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and chemicals. Allergen Exposure:?Possible exposure to nut allergens during production.

Qualifications

Education:?High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience:?Previous experience in a food or beverage processing environment is preferred. Technical Skills:?Ability to analyze and troubleshoot process and equipment performance. Math Skills:?Basic math competency for process calculations. Flexibility:?Willingness to work overtime, holidays, or any other shifts as needed due to business demands.