Cheesemaker Trainee - Ricotta Production - 2nd shift

Description

Looking for a job that can turn into a lifelong career? At Lactalis USA, we believe in promoting from within and giving our employees opportunities to grow. Whether you're starting fresh or bringing years of experience, we'll provide the tools and support you need to succeed!

Lactalis, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to nurturing the future by providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. We produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together every day. We offer an enviable range of dairy brands including Galbani, President, Kraft Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Parmalat, Siggi's, and Stonyfield Organic in addition to several brands imported from our affiliates in Europe.

We live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity-and we're building a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, don't let that stop you from applying! We're eager to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how you can bring your EXPERTISE to help us make an impact.

From your PASSION to ours

Candidate will be responsible for the production of high-quality consistent product and correct kettle/processor formulation.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

1. Produces high quality products in a consistent manner.

2. Ensures proper volumes of each raw material are entered into the kettles/processors.

3. Ensures proper pH is achieved in all kettles/processors.

4. Appropriately monitors and controls drain speeds.

5. Ensures proper moistures have been reached by checking moisture of every lot prior to sending it to packaging.

6. Maintains all proper documentation including recording charts, cheese-making log sheets, etc.

7. Informs supervisor of any production issues.

8. Ensures proper sampling of raw material, preblend, and whey.

9. Cleans and sanitizes equipment and lines.

10. Ensures homogenizers are at proper pressures.

11. Documents mass meter numbers where necessary.

12. Maintains a clean and sanitary work area.

13. Is aware of and practices Plant's Good Manufacturing

14. Practices (GMP) as well as Good Sanitation Practices (GSP).

15. Upholds all rules pertaining to confidentiality of information regarding Sorrento products and recipes.

Requirements

Qualifications:

* Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.

* Ability to perform a multitude of tasks.

* Strong communication abilities, written and verbal.

* Knowledge of computer software preferred: Work, Excel, Power Point.

Education and/or Experience:

* High School Diploma/GED required.

* Associate degree in Dairy Science/Chemistry preferred.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis 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.