Milk Receiver - Food Manufacturing
Lactalis USA, Casa Grande, AZ, United States
At Lactalis US Yogurt, part of the Lactalis family of companies, we are currently hiring a Milk Receiver based in Casa Grande, Arizona. The Milk Receiver is responsible for the unloading of milk from tanker trucks, pumping raw milk or cream into storage tanks, documenting and recording volume into inventory, washing and sanitizing silos and receiving lines, and working from HMI screens in high places. This is a full‑time opportunity with a 12‑hour shift (06:00 AM to 06:30 PM) on a 2‑2‑3 rotation. Starting rate is $20.90 per hour, with additional shift differentials for 2nd (10%) and 3rd (15%) shift work.
Responsibilities
Sanitize all unloading equipment prior to use.
Check security seals on tankers and verify against manifest.
Check all incoming tanker loads for order, temperature, taste, and other factors.
Collect samples of incoming product using defined procedures and send to laboratory for analysis.
Operate all computer‑controlled product transfer equipment to move incoming product from tanker trucks to the appropriate receiving holding tanks. Monitor equipment regularly to ensure proper operation and product integrity.
Monitor all tanks, clamps, and valves at start‑up and during the transfer process.
Document product loss and report promptly to Processing Management.
Routinely check for malfunctions and proper sanitation; take appropriate action as necessary.
Report any non‑routine repair tasks immediately to Maintenance Management.
Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and all required work safety practices.
Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
1+ year of experience in a manufacturing setting required; experience in the food and beverage industry preferred.
Skills / Abilities / Knowledge
Fluency in English; able to speak, read, and write.
Ability to read and interpret receiving documents.
Proficiency with basic arithmetic: add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to work in a wet environment with variable temperatures.
Flexibility and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to obtain Arizona State Lab Sample Testing Certification and Arizona State Sample Pulling Certification within 30 days of hire.
Regularly required to stand, use hands, stretch, and reach with hands and arms.
Regularly required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Required to climb, work in high places, and balance. Use a safety harness when required to climb to high restricted places.
Ability to taste, smell, talk, and hear.
Requires close, distance, and color vision.
Must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or regularly lift up to 50 pounds with good manual dexterity.
Benefits
401(k) match up to 7% annually.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Education Assistance Program.
Paid time off includes 7 core holidays, 2 floating holidays, 2 volunteer days, and prorated vacation time up to 15 days.
Premium pay (overtime) when working on Sundays and core holidays.
Opportunity to earn referral bonus ($750–$1500).
Additional benefits and offers available.
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 provide 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 on the basis of veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disabilities.
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Responsibilities
Sanitize all unloading equipment prior to use.
Check security seals on tankers and verify against manifest.
Check all incoming tanker loads for order, temperature, taste, and other factors.
Collect samples of incoming product using defined procedures and send to laboratory for analysis.
Operate all computer‑controlled product transfer equipment to move incoming product from tanker trucks to the appropriate receiving holding tanks. Monitor equipment regularly to ensure proper operation and product integrity.
Monitor all tanks, clamps, and valves at start‑up and during the transfer process.
Document product loss and report promptly to Processing Management.
Routinely check for malfunctions and proper sanitation; take appropriate action as necessary.
Report any non‑routine repair tasks immediately to Maintenance Management.
Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and all required work safety practices.
Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
1+ year of experience in a manufacturing setting required; experience in the food and beverage industry preferred.
Skills / Abilities / Knowledge
Fluency in English; able to speak, read, and write.
Ability to read and interpret receiving documents.
Proficiency with basic arithmetic: add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to work in a wet environment with variable temperatures.
Flexibility and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to obtain Arizona State Lab Sample Testing Certification and Arizona State Sample Pulling Certification within 30 days of hire.
Regularly required to stand, use hands, stretch, and reach with hands and arms.
Regularly required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Required to climb, work in high places, and balance. Use a safety harness when required to climb to high restricted places.
Ability to taste, smell, talk, and hear.
Requires close, distance, and color vision.
Must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or regularly lift up to 50 pounds with good manual dexterity.
Benefits
401(k) match up to 7% annually.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Education Assistance Program.
Paid time off includes 7 core holidays, 2 floating holidays, 2 volunteer days, and prorated vacation time up to 15 days.
Premium pay (overtime) when working on Sundays and core holidays.
Opportunity to earn referral bonus ($750–$1500).
Additional benefits and offers available.
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 provide 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 on the basis of veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disabilities.
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