Autos PM

Job Details: Job Location: Minerva Dairy - Minerva, OH, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Graveyard, Job Category: Manufacturing, Key Responsibilities Vat Operation: Support the simultaneous operation of 4 enclosed cheese vats, utilizing HMI (Human Machine Interface) panels to fine tune and control the process. Share any downtime or deviations in the process Recipe Adherence: Follow procedure to review recipes and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure correct dosage and timing of cultures, rennet, and calcium chloride. Analyze processing results including: Milk temperature Cook temperatures and ramp rates pH levels  Whey drainage Sanitation & CIP: Uphold our quality standards by Participating in Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures on vats and associated piping. Support and coordinate with the Milk Intake department to ensure raw milk availability and with the Downstream/Table teams to ensure vats are emptied on schedule to prevent backups.  Food Safety: Adhere to all SQF, HACCP, and OSHA guidelines to maintain a safe working environment and a food-safe product.Schedule This is a rotating 12 hour shift (2pm - 2am) with every other weekend a three day weekend. Weekends are required. Holidays and overtime may be requested to ensure business needs. Pay RateEntry Level - Starting at $22/hourQualifications: Qualifications & Skills Previous experience in food manufacturing is required; specific dairy or cheese-making experience is preferred but not required. Ability to produce accurate results, follow procedures, and uphold quality standards Ability to operate automated machinery and navigate computer/HMI screens. Ability to perform basic calculations for ingredient additions and time tracking. Ability to scrutinize deviations in the cheese-making process. Work Environment & Physical Requirements Physical: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb stairs/ladders to access vat ports, and stand/walk for the majority of the 12-hour shift. Environment: Work is performed in a dairy manufacturing facility which may be wet, noisy, and vary in temperature.