JOB REQUIREMENTS: 2nd Shift Slurry Operator (Sun-Thurs) - 1156372500 DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: The Slurry Operator is responsible for maintaining the proper blend of ingredients. The Sunday through Thursday Slurry Operator gets ingredients ready prior to start-up on Sunday afternoons to prepare ingredient inventory for the production week. Job Responsibilities * Operate forklift to move pallets of ingredients. * Set up powders for groups, open and dump bags of powder and other ingredients. * Properly follow production schedule for order of groups. * Read the blend sheets and follows instructions that may be given on the blend sheets to Grinder and standardize blender. * Properly scan cheese and ingredients to in process or blend sheet. * Record correct batch numbers on blend sheet if ingredients are not scanned to blend sheet. * Use hand held or the inventory report to look up the oldest ingredient batches and use in proper rotation-first in first out. * Label any unused ingredient with its description and or batch (if needed) and return to proper storage- (cooler or dry ingredient) when done with ingredient. * Collect blender samples for Lab/Quality Assurance analysis. * 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--keep floors swept in the slurry area. * Verify group sheets for accuracy of cheese scanned to group to assure an accurate inventory. * Ensure 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. * Ensure quality of ingredients. * Take pre-shift inventory of powders in the powder warehouse. * Safely operate machinery in close quarters. * Operate powder-handling system. * Dispense appropriate amounts of water and fat from dispensing system. * 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 our products 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. 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 Affirmative Action Employer. Nearest Major Market: La Crosse Nearest Secondary Market: Winona Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required Education and Experience * Ability to operate hand held computer, 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 hand held 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. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Other: Applicants ONLY to apply via URL link provided! Apply Onl ne: https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=c976baaab968298dde55767fc2df6a16