Roswell, NM - Cheese Sanitation Operator

Overview

Leprino Foods Company, a global leader in the dairy food and ingredient industry, is seeking a Cheese Sanitation Operator to join our team located in Roswell, NM. Leprino Foods is the world's largest supplier of mozzarella cheese and one of the largest suppliers of premium dairy nutrition ingredients. Our customers and business partners span the globe and include many of the world's largest food companies, restaurant chains and distributors.

As a Cheese Sanitation Operator you will be responsible for daily breakdown and sanitizing of equipment on the Cheese floor. This includes removing cheese or cheese by-products from cheese make equipment, disassembling and reassembling equipment. This position is also responsible for ensuring the proper sanitization of cheese equipment and general housekeeping duties.

We offer a comprehensive total compensation package which includes competitive wages, full benefits, bonus program, 401k employer match and profit sharing.

Starting compensation for this role is $22.34 per hour. In addition, a night shift premium of $1.25 per hour is added for hours worked between 6 PM and 6 AM.

We provide a general description of bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation being offered for the job, and a general description of all employment benefits including health care benefits, retirement benefits, paid time off and other benefits required or reported for federal tax purposes.

• Assist team with all shutdown procedures.
• Remove all products from equipment prior to CIP procedures.
• Disassemble equipment as needed to remove products from interior.
• Assist in ensuring CIP programs are functioning properly by monitoring the temperature flows of the chemicals and the concentrations of the chemicals so that they are within proper ranges.
• Visually inspect the equipment as part of the Post-CIP procedure for cleanliness.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Forepersons and Supervisors.
• Ability to work in an environment that is higher in ambient temperature and humid.
• Ability to work safely around chemicals.
• Candidate must possess good communication skills.
• Have the ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal.

Through competitive salaries, tuition assistance, vacation, holiday, dedicated sick time, matching 401(k), annual merit increases and bonuses, as well as our annual Profit-Sharing plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.

• Ability to perform essential job functions safely.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Must be able to work Sunday – Saturday, off-shifts, weekends, holidays, and required overtime to support a 24 hour/7 day operation.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 8.5 hours.
• Demonstrated ability to complete work assignments with high degree of accuracy.

• Good communication skills
• Able to read, write, and speak the English language
• Able to read, write, and perform intermediate mathematical calculations
• Must be able to maintain accurate records

• Good time management skills
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Able to interpret data and make necessary decisions

• Exposure to ambient temperatures with potential wet/slippery environments and loud noise; varying temperatures
• Specific vision requirements: close, distance, color and depth perception; reading computer screens for extended periods
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50-60 pounds
• Bending, squatting, reaching, climbing stairs/ladders; standing and walking throughout the shift

Leprino Foods is an equal opportunity employer who supports a drug-free workplace. EOE/AA

Leprino Foods requires all individuals to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the role and location. Leprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psyche medics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing. Additional information about this process can be obtained at  Leprino Foods Company supports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran