Mix Room Operator Tanker Receiver Level 1

Job Number: 15006813

Tulare, CA

Nestle USA

SUMMARY

Team member will be expected to progress to Level 2 once "Qualified" as Level 1. Responsible for receiving bulk liquid products in tankers. Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing receiving/processing lines and raw/mix storage tanks.

Actively participate in NCE (Nestle Continuous Excellence) including participation on special CI Teams (Continuous Improvement Teams or projects) and support and participate in NQMS (Nestle Quality Management Systems) activities and processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

* Bulk Tanker Receiving Operation --

Receive tankers, test for solids and butterfat, verify all required documentation is available and complete, validated seals, and pump into storage tank.

Perform required Prism data transactions.

Complete all related HACCP and MCP documentation.

Check mix room schedule and communicate with the pasteurizers for ingredient requirements.

Check tanker schedule and contact vendor to make needed schedule delivery changes.

Set up all related equipment, lines, and tanks for CIP and process.

* Yogurt Room Operation --

CIP/Sanitize all yogurt lines and yogurt tanks, prep tanks and hook-up for yogurt base.

Add culture to base (inoculate), monitor fermenting process and test.

Activate and monitor the cooling process.

Add base to mix tanks.

* Mix Tanks --

CIP/Sanitize and set-up mix tanks and lines & Fruit--Fill lines.

*Team-member could be asked to help in other areas of the Mix room as needed.

Most tasks performed require documentation upon completion. Team-member is expected to complete all required documentation related to each task. Team-member is required to assist with completing all related TPM's in the mix room.

* Support NCE (Nestle Continuous Excellence) initiatives and teams by being an active participant; and roles assigned as part of an AM (Autonomous Maintenance) Team.

* Participate in programs rolled out by Nestle Dreyer's including the Sensory Program.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to carry out detailed written and/or oral instructions. Ability to troubleshoot and take required corrective actions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certified Forklift preferred.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Drive truck (preferred but not required).

Good judgement and decision making ability.

Mechanical Aptitude.

Ability to prioritize.

Manage multiple tasks.

Computer experience (preferred but not required).

Self-Motivated.

Knowledge and understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).

Interaction with plant personnel, truck drivers, suppliers and contractors regarding work order repairs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is required to work in an environment that may include exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, electricity, and vibration. PPE and training are provided to reduce/eliminate the risk of harm. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Nestle USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is looking for diversity in candidates in employment. EOE M/F/D/V

The Nestle companies are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran