At Danone, manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams.

The Extraction Process Operator is a self-driven/self-motivated individual capable of working proficiently, both independently and as part of a team.  The successful individual must have a passion for safety and be able to foster effective working relationships built upon trust and respect within all levels of the organization. This position safely and efficiently operates assigned equipment to produce quality product at prescribed standards while minimizing material waste and product loss. The position oversees and actively participates in all aspects of product production.  The extraction process operator must maintain a thorough knowledge of the operating systems.

Ensure adherence to plant standards (including but not limited to GMP, AIB, FDA, IWS, Quality, Safety, Finance, ISO, CODES, Daily Direction Setting, Driving OE). As a fundamental piece of the organization, your responsibility is to participate in and own the implementation and deployment of IWS or related integrated work systems and corresponding pillars (Leadership foundation, Daily Direction Setting, Driving OE; Autonomous Maintenance; planned Maintenance; Focused Improvement; Education and Training; Environmental, Health and Safety; Quality; Organization; Supply Network; Early Equipment Management) with the objective of owning your space, owning your performance (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Mobilization, Nature) and owning your continuous improvement.  Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format and completed with all required informationEnsure clean and inspect standards are up to date and completed in a timely mannerEnsure constant attention to the processing system(s) and the processing roomMaintain the processing, warehouse, Okara, and tanker loadout areas in a clean and sanitary mannerResponsible for operation of all processing equipment Keep a running inventory of the Okara storage trucks Monitor all Soymilk parameters via Lab testing and adjust the process system to maintain those proper Soymilk parametersAssist with the Master Sanitation schedule as dictated by the schedule Cleaning of all processing equipment, as required Cleaning of all Soymilk storage tanks and lines, as required Ability to transfer Soymilk to the packaging plantAbility to load out tankers using proper proceduresAbility to unload Bean trucksSupply a constant stream of Soybeans to the processing areaWatch and maintain the Wastewater systemCommunicate effectively with leadership or management and maintenance personnel regarding recurring problems and needs for repairMaintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concernsContribute to a continuous improvement mindset, actively participate in identifying and correcting opportunities to improve processes including participation in the creation and documentation of Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions, the creation and maintenance of preventative maintenance standards, the writing of One Point Lessons, and participation in continuous improvement methodology eventsFollow Good Manufacturing Practices and 5S methodology to maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area, maintaining audit ready status at all timesActively participate in Pillar activities (i.e. Quality, Focused Improvement, Safety, etc.) including but not limited to observations, inspections, and recommendations.Assist, train, and coach employeesSupports plant production needs and priorities to achieve plant goalsFacilitate, attend and participate in team meetings and programsFollows all Safety policies and proceduresComply with all policies and proceduresAll other duties as assigned or become evident

Qualifications

This section identifies the minimum job specifications required to perform the job.

 

A. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to learn all functions of job and complete required trainings within a reasonable amount of timeBasic PC skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills Proven decision-making abilityAbility to prioritize and multitaskAbility to read and understand written instructions and to keep accurate written recordsAbility to work various hours and shifts Able to work overtime when requiredFlexibility

B. Education and Experience

High School education or equivalentAchieve and maintain required certifications

Materials and Equipment Directly Used:

Various Processing, Filling, Packaging and Palletizing machines and equipment to include hand tools, compactors and various cleaning machinesOffice machinery including: computers/tablets, printers, fax machines, copiers, telephones, etc.Software including:  Microsoft Office including Outlook, Smartsheets Industrial power equipment (Forklift, scissor, pallet jack, etc.)

Working Conditions

Physical Demands: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear. The employee will lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

 

Work Environment: 

Work is performed throughout the facility. Potential hazards include proximity of moving machinery, chemical exposure, noise, and heavy lifting. The position may require an individual to stand, stoop, move equipment; bend, reach, or lift for prolonged periods of time. Personal protective equipment includes safety glasses, hearing protection and slip resistant steel toed shoes.

 

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

At Danone North America, you’ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world like Activia, Silk, Two Good, Oikos, Evian, and Happy Family. You’ll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps™ in the world, working together to make sure our brands create real benefits for people, communities, and the planet. We have 6,000+ employees across the U.S. and Canada. Come join our movement to bring health through food to as many people as possible.

 

Danone North America doesn’t just welcome what makes you unique, we value it. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We recruit, employ, train and promote regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic characteristic or any other protected status. Faithful to our values of openness and humanism, all of our employees share in the commitment to engage one another with dignity and respect.

 

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