3rd Shift Slurry Operator

Founded in 1958, Great Lakes Cheese is the largest packager of natural cheese in the United States. We are proud to offer our retail, foodservice, and co-pack customers with award-winning natural and processed bulk, shredded, and sliced cheeses. At Great Lakes Cheese, we believe in the value of values. We are true partners internally and externally, building on a foundation of respect and putting forth our best at every opportunity. This partnership approach has driven our tremendous growth and earned us awards such as the #8 Top Workplace in Northeast Ohio. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan makes every employee an owner. GLC Owners are problem solvers - they look for opportunities to help and take action. Our Owners are passionate about their work and eagerly advance their knowledge and capabilities. Most importantly, they act with integrity. At Great Lakes Cheese, we do the right thing because it’s the right thing to do. Join our Great Lakes Cheese family and own a piece of the action. Job Overview The Slurry Operator is responsible for preparing a batch by gathering and weighing the necessary ingredients and then sending the batch through the blender for the correct time, at the correct temperature. Slurry is a basic mixture of wet and dry ingredients. Job Responsibilities • Coordinate with Production Supervisor(s) on production order add-ons, product change over’s and tie outs. • Read blend sheets and follow instructions that may be given on the blend sheets. • Ability to properly use handheld scanners to scan ingredients to in process or blend sheet. • Record correct batch numbers on blend sheet if ingredients are not scanned to the blend sheet. • Follow production order for groups. • Ability to use handheld scanner to look up the oldest ingredient batches. • Ability to use the inventory report (LX02) to look up oldest ingredient batches or handheld. • Label any unused ingredient with its description and or batch (if needed) and return to proper storage (cooler or dry ingredient) when done with the ingredient. • Collect samples for Lab/Quality Assurance analysis. • The sample includes: fat sample, blender moisture sample and any additional samples that may be required by the lab. • Keep work area neat and dispose of empty powder bags, cardboard, plastic, and any work debris. • Clean-up powder spills by blenders and powder room. • Verify group sheets for accuracy of materials scanned to group to assure an accurate inventory. • Assure that all necessary ingredients are ready and on hand for use. • Assist with the training of new employees when requested by Supervisor. • Complete all paperwork completely and correctly. • All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures. • All GLC employees are expected to produce and promote our products and services in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program. • Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager. Required Education and Experience • Ability to operate handheld scanner, personal computer and computer screen control panels. • Ability to work with minimal supervision. • Ability to analyze and solve problems. • Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and management. • Good Mathematical skills. • Good communication skills: verbal and written. • Ability to use handheld scanners • Basic computer & SAP skills. Preferred Education and Experience High School diploma or GED. Ability to operate powder control systems. Ability to operate various Powdered Industrial Trucks. Working Conditions • Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands. • Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying. • Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required. • Product weight: up to 100 lbs • Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F. • Use of motor skills to safely drive tow motors or other motorized vehicles in tight quarters. EEOC & Disclaimer Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Great Lakes Cheese is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.