Job Description

Position Summary
As a whey trainee, you will work alongside experienced operators to learn how whey is processed, dried, and packaged-building the skills to grow into other roles within our Whey team. You'll learn different areas of the whey operation while working closely with experienced operators and supervisors. No prior whey experience is required-we provide training.
What You'll Do
Learn and assist in multiple whey processing roles while training on the job
Support operators during equipment cleaning and sanitation processes
Help prepare, clean, and maintain processing equipment following standard procedures
Monitor basic process conditions during start-up, shutdown, and cleaning cycles
Perform routine cleaning and simple preventative maintenance tasks
Move finished whey and lactose products to designated storage areas
Safely handle and work with cleaning chemicals while wearing the required protective equipment
Complete production and quality paperwork accurately
Follow food safety, quality, and workplace safety procedures at all times
Communicate with team leads and supervisors to keep operations running safely and smoothly
Attend required safety, quality, and job training sessions

What We're Looking For
Team-oriented with a willingness to learn
Good communication skills
Attention to detail
Ability to problem-solve and follow instructions
Initiative and reliability
This position does not supervise other employees.
Work Environment
Food manufacturing facility
Exposure to noise, moving equipment, vibration, and cleaning chemicals
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required

Schedule & Hours
Full-time position
Training schedule: 5:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. , on an alternating repeating schedule
After training, this role is expected to move to night shift , 5:00 p.m. - 5:00 a.m. , on an alternating repeating schedule
Schedule may vary based on production needs

Physical Requirements
Physical job duties will be outlined in a separate functional job description

Education & Experience
Required:
High school diploma or GED
Must be able to maintain forklift certification
Must be at least 18 years old
Preferred:
Experience in a manufacturing or production environment
Food manufacturing experience
Bilingual in English/Spanish

Travel
No travel required

Other Information
This job description outlines the general nature of the role. Duties and responsibilities may change as needed to support operations.

Job Tags

Full time, Traineeship, Night shift

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