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Cooker/Extruder Operator III

Lactalis American Group part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Cooker/Extruder Operator III based in Nampa, ID. The Cooker/Extruder Operator III position is responsible for blending product back into the cheese making process while assuring product meets quality standards. Assure product meets quality standards, and assume responsibility for the operational flow of the Cooker equipment.

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Meet efficiency budget levels with maintaining a high quality product.
• Must remove and unload racks of cheese and feed cheese onto conveyors or input lines.
• Stack empty racks for retrieval.
• Accurately complete associated CCP and line operation paperwork while maintaining efficiencies.
• Perform sanitation duties as assigned, and keep work area clean/organized.
• Take immediate corrective action for any product that does not meet quality or product specifications.
• Contribute to continual process improvement and increased performance.
• Participate in internal/external audits and maintain ISO22000/ISO9001/HACCP compliance.
• Attend department meetings and trainings as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma/General Education Degree preferred.
• Experience: Previous employment in a food industry/manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Specialized Knowledge: Skills / Abilities: Basic Math Skills required (must be able to calculate averages). Frequently required to lift or move 50 LB. and occasionally lift or move 100 LB. Must be able to stand for the entire shift with repetitive bending, twisting, gripping, lifting, and reaching.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career. Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.