Process Operator I

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Purpose of Position

The Spray Dry Team Member I is an entry level position in the Spray Dry Division. The purpose of the position is to train and develop in efficiently operating all production areas in the Spray Dry Division.

Essential Responsibilities and Specific Duties

Safety

Learn and comply with the safety procedures, regulations and policies of each spray drying area.

Participate in all required safety training and programs

Examples

Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedure, grounding, handling of caustic material, proper lifting techniques, explosion suppression, and usage of respirators and other personal protective equipment (PPE).

Notify leads, supervisors, or manager of safety incidents, and risks.

Quality

Understand Spray Dry Quality programs and comply with procedures, and regulations.

Understand the Z2 notification process.

Understand and verify in-process quality checks.

Record any quality deviations, and notify the lead, supervisor, or manager.

Assist in Root Cause analysis for quality deviations.

Understand and comply with the Spray Dry Food Safety program

Understand the department HACCP plan

Conduct and document HACCP checks (sieve, magnet, basket filter, and metal detector) as required

Maintain accurate and consistent records of product run information.

Assist in Root Cause investigations

Understand and comply with Allergen program

Ensure that equipment is clean before and after use and document cleaning parameters

Ensure that items assigned on Master Sanitation List are completed and documented

Equipment/Process Knowledge

This position requires the ability to lift 50 lbs. Other requirements are to become proficient at using SAP software and understanding the production transactions and systems. Understand the principles, effects and impact on product of the six key areas of spray drying: batching, atomization, agglomeration, powder conveying, packaging, and cleaning. The Spray Dry Team Member must demonstrate adequate reading and writing skills, as well as be able to accurately perform basic math calculations.

Batching

Ingredient Bill of Materials, and the basics of product families

Order of addition

Mix time and agitation requirements

Heat effects on batching

Atomization

Effects of feed temperature

Feed pressure

Percent solids

Viscosity

Nozzle size selection

Control of feed rate

Agglomeration

Control of inlet/outlet temperatures

Maintaining correct dryer chamber pressure

Powder Conveying

Airflow

Product bulk density

Cyclones, rotary valves, and powder dispensing

Packaging

Gross/Net, and tare weights

Understand customer requirements

Effectively package and seal bags according to correct packaging requirements

Cleaning

Understand operation of the CIP system

Check key clean points (areas that are difficult to clean in the dryer)

Kosher, allergen, odor, and acid washes

Equipment Used

The Dryer Team Member I will use the following types of equipment:

Forktrucks

Systems equipment (scanners, computers)

Transfer pumps, High pressure feed pumps, portable drum pumps

Portable drum mixers

HMI control screens

High and Low Shear Mixers

Mill

Scales

CIP systems

Bulk Pour dispensing systems

Miscellaneous dispensing equipment

Job Specifications

Accountability

Responsible for product quality conforming to specification by following formula instructions, department procedures, and training. Productivity expectations are to be met while diligently following all safety procedures.

Reports to Lead Spray Dry Team Member for assigned shift

Performance is evaluated by:

Safety (participation in safety programs, meeting required training, operating in a safe manner)

Quality (consistently produces good quality product, follows process order instructions and order of addition)

Productivity (kilograms of production, based on assigned area)

Team Work (Co-operates with shift lead and other team members, maintains positive work attitude and work ethic)

Attendance (reports to area on time)

GMP Compliance (accurately follows documentation requirements, meets uniform requirements, follows allergen and cleaning requirements, follows Food Grade separation requirements)

Teachability (demonstrates active participation in training programs and readiness to learn new areas; quickly demonstrates aptitude to Blending Processes and Systems; follows instructions and readily accepts constructive feedback; progresses through training according to established training plan)

Job Functions

Pick and stage materials as needed; make batches as required

Ensure equipment is clean before and after product runs

Startup production runs

Maintain efficient output of dryer during production run

Package product according to customer specifications

Ensure correct labeling is applied

Clearly document production information as required:

HACCP, (Critical) Control Point, and other Quality Checks

Production operating parameters

Properly document appropriate HACCP, Critical Control Point, and other Quality verification checks

Packaging product as it is dispensed, into the correct container type

Clean dryer (using CIP system or hand-washing)

Maintaining a clean dryer room

Assist Batch Team Member and Spray Dry Lead as needed

Follow appropriate GMP requirements

Assist and co-operate with Continuous Improvement ideas and projects

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.

You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.

Every essence of you enriches our world.

Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees, customers and partners.

Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone impacts our world.