Manufacturing Processor - Dairy

JOB TITLE: Processor

DEPARTMENT: Production

REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor

JOB PURPOSE:
Responsible for using and assuring operation of automated and computerized processing equipment in a manner that ensures compliance with regulatory standards and within I-85 standards, good manufacturing practices and poses no threat to the health and safety of the consuming public. Responsible for recording proper information on charts and C.I.P. records. Coordinates product laboratory analysis with lab technician. Standardize, homogenize, fortifies, and pasteurizes milk. Mixes and batches ingredients to process fruit juices. Responsible for fulfilling master sanitation and safety assignments. Responsible for keeping processing area clean at all times. Duties may also include any other work deemed necessary by management. Follow “IF DOWN DO” strategies.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must follow Department Safe Work Practices and Plant Safe Guidelines.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work unsupervised and at times, independently.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must have understanding of mechanics involved in connections, pumps, product flow and cleaning operations.
• Must have general math skills.
• Must adhere to proper Lockout/ Tagout procedures.
• Vacation may be affected with the job transfer.
• Will follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements.
• Will support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF 2000 Systems.
• Will be accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles.

Centennial Farms, a Kroger Company, is in the beautiful and bustling city of Atlanta. Nestled near the heart of downtown, this manufacturing site has operated under the Kroger name since 1996 and are currently producing milk, fruit juices, teas, egg nogs and other liquid drinks for Kroger grocery stores in the southeast region Kroger Family of Companies employs nearly half a million associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through a seamless shopping experience under a variety of banner names. At The Kroger Co., we are Fresh for Everyone™ and dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit®. We are committed to creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025. Careers with The Kroger Co. and our family of companies offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, benefits and room for advancement