Evaporator and Dryer

Job Summary/Objective 

The Rogers 2 Operator plays a vital role in plant operations, handling diverse responsibilities such as CIP (clean in place) for equipment and lines, startup/shutdown procedures, operating Rogers 2 evaporator and R2 dryer, silo transfers, and HTST pasteurizers. This role involves inspections, chemical usage, effective communication, record-keeping, and strict adherence to SOPs, HACCP guidelines, and UDA quality, safety, and GMP policies. The operator must promptly report any nonconformities and fulfill additional duties as needed. 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities: 

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: 

• CIP all process equipment, silos and lines 

• Perform the startup and shutdown functions of process equipment 

• Perform CIP and process connections 

• Operate Rogers 2 evaporator and R2 dryer 

• Perform silo transfers and make connections for receiving skim 

• Operate the HTST pasteurizers on the Rogers 1 evaporator 

• Perform bag house and sifter inspections 

• Perform evaporator and equipment inspections. 

• Identify, and correctly use chemicals as related to job. 

• Maintain a high level of communication with each plant/process as the job demands. 

• Keep accurate and legible records 

• Adhere to all SOP’s and HACCP guidelines. 

• Adhere to all UDA quality, safety, and GMP policies and procedures, reporting any nonconformity. 

• Other duties as required. 

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Travel Requirements  

​​☒​None            ​☐​ Minimal             ​☐​ Moderate          ​☐​ High      

Qualifications: 
General Skills & Abilities needed to complete job successfully: 

• Knowledge of good manufacturing practices 

• Ability to operate equipment. 

• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required. 

• Requires ability to read, hear, speak, and comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions & Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) 

• Ability to multitask 

• Ability to troubleshoot and prioritize time. 

Experience: (required)  

• Knowledge of evaporators, dryers, pasteurizers and food manufacturing process. 

Experience: (preferred) 

• Food & Beverage Manufacturing operator experience 

• Dairy Manufacturing experience 

Education/Certifications: (if n/a is applicable please note “N/A) 

Required 

Preferred 

Education (degree/certifications) 

High School Diploma or equivalent 

Work Environment & Demands 
Physical and environmental demands for this position are indicated below:  (check all that are applicable) 

Physical Demands: 

​​☐​Sitting for limited periods of time 

​​☒​Standing and walking for extended periods of time 

​​☒​Occasional bending, crouching, stooping, twisting, reaching and grasping 

​​☐​Manual dexterity and repetitive movement of fingers and hands for keyboarding 

​​☒​Ability to climb stairs 

​​☒​Some lifting, up to 55 pounds