Process Technologist-Cheese

Dairy Farmers of America • New Wilmington, PA • 4h ago

Reference #: 32991

General Purpose: Under direction of director of operations, conduct process related initiatives in support of the manufacturing plant. Be responsible for the optimization and innovation of products and processes, including the commercialization of new products and the maintenance of existing products and processes. Support other plants in the area based on priority. Provide technical support to cross functional teams working on (strategic) capital projects.

This role is open to candidates in the following areas: New Wilmington, PA, Turlock, CA or Monroe, WI. Position is based at the local plant and will require frequent travel.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Execute process improvement initiatives related to cheese making and its related processes. Focus on product quality, formulation management, yield improvement and reduction of losses

Build collaborative relationship with research and development (R&D) scientists. Understand production processes and flag any potential problems to R&D scientist at early development states

Scale-up line extension products (e.g., process modifications, alternate packaging, enhanced functional properties)

Scale-up production runs of new products, new processes as handed off by R&D

Develop written instructions for scale-up trials to be handed off to operations teams

Finalize product documentation including specifications

New items set-up, reactivations and revisions

Assist in asset evaluation

Assist in mass balance verification related to strategic projects

Validate new equipment/process during new equipment installation/commissioning

Maintain products and processes including secondary ingredient supplier validation

Identify rework opportunities and acceptable usage levels

Identify and validate alternate ingredients

Identify and implement cost savings related to process, materials, and packaging

Identify and implement yield improvements

Identify and commission alternate asset utilization

Utilize analytical skills to collect and analyze data from multiple sources

Exhibit flexibility and adaptability with scheduling and travel when working on multiple projects

Provide routine verbal and written updates on status of projects and initiatives

Actively promote safe work behaviors and hold oneself accountable for following safety rules and regulations

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

Education and Experience:

S. / B.A. in Food Science or related field; advanced degree preferred

Dairy products manufacturing experience, with emphasis on cheese making, HTST systems and Fermentations are a plus; 3+ years preferred

Training or experience with continuous improvement fundamentals

Certification and/or License - N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

In-depth understanding of food chemistry, microbiology and dairy processing

In-depth understanding of plant operations and manufacturing processes, including Cheese Making , Fermentation and Dry Blending systems.

Ability to utilize Data Capture Programs with which to improve various manufacturing processes.

Have the Ability to utilize Data Based systems to drive Continuous Improvement through the various Manufacturing Systems we employ.

Knowledge of laboratory methods and full understanding of process and formulation on food safety

Ability to effectively use laboratory and pilot plant scale equipment

Ability to effectively solve problems and make decisions

Ability to work in a team environment but can also work independently with minimal supervision

Strong written and verbal communication and influencing skills

Desire to continually learn and improve skills and knowledge level

Knowledge of project management tools and techniques

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize and plan work

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI, and SharePoint

Flexibility to travel up to 50% of time (25-30% normal)

Knowledge of SAP and OpenText, preferred

Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

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