LUB Nutrition Sanitation Operator

For our state-of-the art 600+ person Lubbock, TX cheese and whey manufacturing facility, Leprino is seeking a Nutrition Sanitation Team Member. 

Leprino Foods broke ground on the $1 billion facility in the summer of 2022. The plant will become operational in 2025 with Phase 1 and will become fully operational by 2026!

Summary Description:

This position performs a variety of duties. The Nutrition Sanitation Team Member II will perform dry and wet cleaning tasks in all production work areas and be responsible for maintaining the integrity of the facility in alignment with GMP’s.

All other duties as assigned.

All other duties as assigned.

Job Duties (Accountability Categories and Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities):  NOTE:  The job may include other “non-essential” responsibilities and duties that are not listed on this form.

• Clean/Sanitize all drains in Whey HTST/Separator/Clarifier room, CIP Room, Relco Dryer, Higher Pressure Pump Room #1, Gea Dryer, Higher Pressure Pump Room #2, Gea Evaporator, Crystallizer Tank Vestibules, Powder Loadout, Powder Bins all levels (weekly), Sweet whey all levels (weekly)


• Issue chemical cart to each room needed (includes refilling of chemicals)


• Clean/Sanitize/Stock Nutrition redline room, this includes stocking GMP stainless steel cabinet located in Evaporator room, Packaging, Warehouse


• Collect and dispose of trash from all rooms daily


• Clean trash bins (weekly)


• Clean and stock all handwashing sinks in the Nutrition department


• Remove all chemical carts during production


• Clean/Sanitize Whey Better CIP Room


• Inspect/clean filter housing in CIP Room (will need training)


• Other jobs assigned by management


• Perform work in a safe manner by following safety procedures and policies, critical safety rules, and expected standard conduct


• This position is responsible and accountable to ensure all areas are maintained to comply with food safety, regulatory, and quality requirements by following the Food Safety Plan, Quality Plan, and company policies

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• Must be 18 years of age


• Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend basic English language


• Ability to evaluate and identify mechanical conditions and make adjustments or corrective action as necessary


• Ability to access elevated work areas such as climbing ladders/stairs


• Basic math skills to be able to perform mathematical functions


• Ability to understand and apply standard operating procedures


• Ability to maintain clean work area according to good manufacturing processes


• Good communication skills to communicate with co-workers and oncoming/outgoing shifts

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous cleaning experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities/Competencies: 

• Ability to work independently without direct supervision


• Exercise good judgment in analyzing problems


• Safety awareness


• Working effectively with others


• Communication


• Professional presence


• Ability to thoroughly complete tasks with attention to detail

Physical/Mental Requirements and Work Environment:

Work Environment Description:

• This position will be exposed to an office environment with inside ambient temperatures and a production operations environment including both wet and dry production areas with loud noise and varying degrees of temperature from freezer to extreme heat 


• Requires frequent walking, standing and climbing stairs 


• Regular bending and reaching 


• Must be able to lift 50 pounds 

Additional:

This position requires the incumbent to work on site at the facility to be able to perform the associated job responsibilities.

Our Story: 

Leprino Foods’ history dates back over 65 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the world’s largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” To help us achieve that bold vision, we’re looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated team member who is the best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to over 4,300 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey? 

Leprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing.  Additional information about this process can be obtained at www.psychemedics.com   

Leprino Foods Company supports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disability/Veteran 

Leprino Foods requires all individuals to wear the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required by the role and location 

At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual’s unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive. 

Nearest Major Market: Lubbock