Operator-2nd Shift

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Malt House Operator is responsible for overseeing the malting process, including steeping, germination, and kilning of grains (typically barley), to produce malt that meets quality and production specifications. This role ensures safe, efficient operations while maintaining strict adherence to food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

Malting Process Operations

Operate and monitor malting equipment used in steeping, germination, and kilning processes

Control critical process parameters such as temperature, moisture, airflow, and germination time

Execute process adjustments to achieve target malt characteristics (e.g., enzyme activity, color, moisture content)

Start up, shut down, and clean malting systems in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Grain Handling & Material Flow

Coordinate movement of raw grain into steep tanks and transfer malt through germination and kilning stages

Ensure proper handling, storage, and rotation of raw materials and finished malt (FIFO/FEFO)

Maintain accurate lot tracking and traceability throughout the process

Quality Control

Collect and evaluate samples throughout the malting process

Monitor product quality attributes such as moisture, germination rate, modification levels, and color

Identify and troubleshoot quality deviations, taking corrective actions as needed

Collaborate with quality/lab teams to ensure adherence to specifications

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on malting equipment

Clean and sanitize steep tanks, germination vessels, kilns, and associated equipment

Identify equipment issues and work with maintenance teams to resolve them

Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures when servicing equipment

Safety & Compliance

Adhere to all safety guidelines, including confined space entry and combustible dust controls

Maintain proper housekeeping to minimize dust, mold, and contamination risks

Use required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Documentation & Reporting

Record operational data, including batch records, process conditions, and production output

Maintain logs for quality checks, equipment inspections, and maintenance activities

Report safety incidents, process issues, or quality concerns promptly

Other

Adhere to all government and company safety, sanitation and GMP policies and regulations. Adhere to Food Safety, Quality and SQF Codes

Other duties as assigned by supervisor

REQUIREMENTS:

Basic mechanical aptitude and understanding of processing equipment.

Ability to read and follow technical instructions, SOPs, and safety guidelines.

Knowledge of food safety systems (GMP, HACCP) preferred

Familiarity with automated or PLC-controlled systems.

HOURS

Position is for 2nd shift, traditionally scheduled 3pm to 11pm. Individual will work a rotational 2nd shift including some weekends. Weekends are paid at 1.5 pay.

Company Benefits:

Health Insurance

Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment

$250 Deductible (Single) / $500 Deductible (Family)

PPO Plan (United Health Care)

80%-20% in PPO / 60%-40% out of PPO

Prescription Drugs (Retail): Prescription Drugs (Mail Order-90 Day):

Current Bi-Weekly Cost: Single $60 / Limited Family (Employee + Spouse OR Employee + Child(ren): $90 / Family: $104

DENTAL INSURANCE

Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment

$25 deductible

100% Preventative (No Deductible) / 80% Basic / 50% Major/Orthodontics (up to age 19)

Current Weekly Cost: Included in Health Cost

VISION INSURANCE

In-Network: $0 exam / $130 allowance for frames / $0 lenses / $120 allowance for contact lenses

Current Weekly Cost: Included in Health Cost

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (FSA)

Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment

Deductions are taken pre-tax

Amount Allowed for Medical $3,050 per calendar year

Amount Allowed for Dependent Care $5,000 per calendar year

Up to $680 may be rolled over into the next year

$450 Company Contribution after 1 year

SHORT-TERM DISABILITY

Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment

$500 per week for 26 weeks (1st day after injury / 8th day after illness)

Full-time