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Vat Operator

Agropur, inc., Hull, IA, United States


Job Type: Regular

Position: VAT Operator – Hull, Iowa

The VAT Operator is responsible for making curds and whey out of raw milk, post-HTST, ensuring food safety standards are adhered to.

Benefits

Starting wage of $25.92

Two pay increases within the first year up to $1.00

$1.50 Shift Differential + Double Time on Sundays and Holidays

2-2-3 Rotational Schedule

Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

401(k) with up to a 7% company match

3 Weeks PTO

Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

Advancement Opportunities

Healthy work/life balance

Responsibilities

Complete Pre-Operational log before starting production run.

Make proper connections from starter room, cream silo, and UF (Ultra-filtration) silo for injection.

Collect samples as needed.

Add required ingredients into the cheese vat as needed.

Monitor all equipment and recording charts to ensure everything is working correctly and within parameters.

Monitor pH at pump over and on the tables; adjust Starter usage as needed.

Qualifications

High School Education or equivalent preferred.

No experience required; in-house training provided.

Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.

Ability to follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; complete simple checklists and complete required documentation.

Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.

A role with purpose and lasting impact.

EEO Statement
Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

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