Milk Receiver

Department: Milk Receiving

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Schedule: Continental Rotating

Status: Full-time

Job Scope:

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the scope of this position involves handling, receiving and unloading milk and cream shipments and operating WWTP as well as the blending of products per formulations.

Key Responsibilities:

· Operate automated equipment through HMI control panels

· Conduct Clean in Place (CIP) of silos and line circuits including housekeeping of the milk receiving bay and WWTP and blending area

· Operate and monitor WWTP operation

· Take accurate and detailed production and CIP records

· Perform routine manual checks of systems, valves and lines and troubleshoot as required

· Conduct visual inspection of incoming bulk tankers to ensure they are clean and free of debris that may cause contamination

· Blend product according to formulations and complete necessary documentation

· Receive, unload and record milk and cream shipments

· Troubleshooting of equipment in a fast pace environment

· Work closely with quality control staff to standardize raw products efficiently and adequately for processing

· Responsible for respective Critical Control Points as outlined in the facilities HACCP manual

· Food Safety & Quality responsibility as outlined in SOPs & other training materials provided and accurate record keeping

· Attend prescribed courses and training as required

· Other duties as required

Qualifications:

· Minimum high school diploma and/or relevant dairy experience

· Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), including excellent sanitary habits, CIP systems and possess knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)

· Milk and cream Graders’ Certificate considered an asset

· Ability to work independently and in a team environment

· Ability to be flexible in terms of shift work and perform other duties as required

· Physically capable of performing the demands of the job and ability to multi-task

· Good communication skills, including written and verbal

· Mechanical aptitude and solid troubleshooting skills

· High level of accuracy and mathematical abilities

· Computer skills would be an asset

Working Environment:

Extended exposure to dust, extreme temperatures and multiple deadlines. Frequent exposure to hazards including chemical substances, hazardous machines and moving objects. Regular exposure to noise and odour.

Physical Demands:

Standing and walking, for extended length of time. Crouching, climbing stairs and working in awkward positions for considerable length of time. Occasional lifting of materials to a maximum weight of 35 kg (skim milk powder and ingredient bags).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Experience:

• Food industry: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person