WPI Operator

: Supervisor's Title: Shift Team Leader/Production Manager Department: Production Location : Gooding Whey Plant Exempt Status: Hourly At Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., our portfolio centers around dairy and non-dairy nutritional ingredients. We co-innovate and deliver ingredient solutions and precision premixes for use in the mainstream food and beverage, infant and clinical, and functional nutrition markets. We are the number one provider of whey-based nutritional ingredients globally and the number one producer of American-style cheddar cheese. Our protein systems have transformed the bar and beverage categories — bringing increased levels of protein, cleaner labels and greater product functionality to market. We have a direct presence in 21 countries, with manufacturing facilities in the US, Germany and China, and international sales and technical offices around the world. Essential Functions Maintains ongoing centerline operation of all equipment as described in Job Summary Monitor levels in associated silos CIPS all of the membrane systems, silos and lines COP of equipment as needed Perform minor maintenance items (e.g. changes gaskets, seals, and cleaning items, check balls, minor equipment greasing) Titrates chemical solutions Maintains CIP recorder chart & book Become Membrane Certified Basic Computer skills Must be mechanically inclined Must be able to obtain certification on the membrane systems Must be able to obtain forklift certification Unload and deliver supplies from truck with forklift Lockout equipment as necessary Monitor and make adjustments from computer screen Attend required training and take required proficiency tests Samples product and water streams and tests samples according to SOP Perform other duties as assigned Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his/her own actions and conduct Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Admin, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance) Additional Functions Regular and timely attendance required Glanbia Values Delivering on Glanbia's Values: “Showing Respect” - Research issues & incidents with internal teams, business partners and customers in a collaborative manner that includes professional, honest and transparent communication. “Find a Better Way” - Work with internal and external teams to implement process improvements and/or procedural changes that eliminate non-value added activities and drive more business value. “Winning Together” - Assist with training of new team members. Facilitate or oversee training and standard operating procedure reviews to ensure new hires develop proficiency of role. “The Customer's Champion” - Proactively engage to support our customer needs on an end to end basis and strive to meet or exceed SLA timelines. Take ownership of customer requests and engage with internal teams as needed and within a timely manner. “Performance Matters” - Meet or exceed all key metrics in line with expectations for role. Continually update knowledge of products, product changes, processes and services offered to deliver a dynamic customer experience. Qualifications Education, Training: High School Diploma or GED and or related experience Experience Required: Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required. Knowledge, Skills & Competencies: Plans and Aligns : Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ensure immediate and appropriate actions are taken to support our customers and business partners. Action Oriented : Must be able to prioritize, organize well within your team. Collaborates : Ability to professionally and effectively interact with all levels of employee/personnel and customers (internal & external). Must be able to work in a team environment and possess problem solving skills. Communicates Effectively : Excellent interpersonal and professional communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form. Must be able to read and write instructions in English Drives Results : Must be results focused and oriented toward accomplishment of team and organizational goals. Develop a strong understanding of our customers, processes, products and system tools. Situational Adaptability : Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of factors in situations where limited standardization exists. Must be able to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends, holidays and overtime when needed. Typical Physical Activity Physical Demands Regularly involves talking or listening, standing and walking, and the use of hands and fingers. Frequently involves sitting, and reaching with hands and arms Occasionally involves crouching, stooping, kneeling and/or climbing or balancing. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds. Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceives attributes of objects and materials. Involves moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily product/technical nature. Should be able to identify and distinguish colors, see clearly at 20 inches or closer and 20 feet or more, observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point, judge distances and spatial relationships, and adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus. Typical Environmental Conditions May be exposed to loud noise levels (i.e. manufacturing equipment). May be exposed to humidity, intense heat, and fumes and toxic chemicals. May work in areas with mechanical moving parts, above ground with risk of fall, or areas with risk of electrical shock. Disclaimer Must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified. Are you someone who likes to make it happen, make it better and make it fun? If so, our company offers you an excellent opportunity to do really interesting work and develop a career in a dynamic and innovative environment that is all about making you and our business successful .