WHO WE ARE

We are a leader in the specialty cheese industry serving our consumers by crafting and importing the best cheeses in the world while caring for our employees and our communities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing cleaning and sanitation of all areas in the food manufacturing facility, including production lines, equipment, tools, floors, walls, and storage areas.
• Monitor flow rates, time, temperature, steps and conductivity of CIP system.
• Follow standard cleaning procedures and guidelines to meet food safety regulations and maintain a sanitary environment.
• Remove waste and debris from production areas and dispose of it in designated containers according to waste management protocols.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment as needed for proper cleaning and sanitization.
• Conduct chemical test levels on COP and CIP tanks daily.
• Stock and rotate chemicals in storage area; ensure chemical containers are properly labeled, remove and store empty containers properly.
• Safely and efficiently handle and use cleaning agents, sanitizers, and equipment effectively and safely to achieve optimal cleanliness and prevent cross-contamination.
• Document cleaning activities, including logs, checklist, and records, as required by regulatory agencies and internal quality control standards.
• Record daily chemical use in the CIP log.
• Ensure CIP charts are changed daily and are operating correctly.
• Attending training sessions on sanitation procedures, safety protocols, and new cleaning techniques.
• Adhere to ERU food safety policies and all government food safety and sanitation regulations. (ex. FDA, HACCP, GMP, OSHA)
• Adheres to safety guidelines and complies with all safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Identifies and reports potential safety hazards to ensure a safe working environment.
• Performs all other duties as assigned

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for disassembling and reassembling packaging machinery.
• Physical stamina and endurance to perform tasks that require prolonged standing, walking, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and kneel for extended periods as necessary.
• Ability to hear and effectively communicate with team members in a noisy production environment.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment that may include exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and strong odors.
• Ability to work at heights using ladders or elevated platforms, as needed.
• Ability to safely operate electric pallet jacks and other equipment, following proper procedures and safety guidelines.
• Adherence to personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, including wearing safety shoes, gloves, and any other necessary gear.
• Willingness to comply with proper lifting techniques and ergonomics to minimize the risk of injury.
• Flexibility and agility to navigate work areas and access equipment in confined spaces

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The work environment may have varying temperature and humidity levels. This may involve working in cool or cold areas.
• In this position, most of the time will be spent on the production floor, where general production activities take place. This area can be loud and busy, with multiple machines operating simultaneously.
• You should be comfortable working in an environment with distinct cheese-related odors