ALTA DENA NORTH - Milk Receiver

Job Summary:

The Milk Receiver is responsible for pumping incoming raw milk or cream from tank trucks into storage tanks, document and record volume into inventory. High Responsibility - with quality and efficiency being the major concern.

• Pump incoming milk from tank trucks to storage tank, and compute and record volume of milk received.
• Sample, unload, clean & release raw material tankers within 2 hours of arrival.
• Follow all PMO requirements.
• Weigh loaded truck on platform scale and records weight on log sheet.
• Dip and pour sample of milk from vent hole of truck into bottle for laboratory analysis.
• Take temperature of milk, and record data and temperature reading.
• Load bulk tankers as needed.
• May perform antibiotic and other laboratory tests as required.
• Transfer milk to tank, read milk-flow meter, and record volume pumped on record sheet.
• Wash and sanitize interior and exterior of tank.
• Weigh empty truck and record weight.
• Compute difference between loaded and unloaded weights of truck to verify accuracy of meter.
• Perform sanitation duties in receiving, processing and CIP room as required, including valves & pumps PM.
• Perform inventory counts as requested.
• Responsible for valve and pump rebuilds along with all other required work orders.
• Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.

• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's.
• Provide relief for CIP Operator, Tanker Washer position.

• Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot.
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
• Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
• Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area. Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• 6 to 12 months work experience in Receiving or Processing.
• Computer data entry skills required.
• Must have knowledge of CIP system and chemicals.
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Limited Samplers and Weighers License required or must be able to obtain within 30 days from start date.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs., frequently lift and/or move above shoulder height, stand, walk, kneel, bend and travel up and down steps/stairs for virtually the entire shift.
• Using a safety harness; will be required to climb high, restricted areas.
• Knowledge of the APV system including valves and pumps and HMI interface.
• Must be able to work in a wet environment. Some exposure to chemicals.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays.
• Be able to effectively work in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Must be able to pass all fit for duty screens as applicable.
• Must be able to move tankers.

Compensation Details:

Competitive pay based on experience - $ up to $37.65

• .50 cent shift differential for all hours worked between 6:00 pm and 6:00 am

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Days
• Pension and 401K Plan
• EAP Program

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans