Liquifying Operator - Days

Description Overview

Perrigo Nutritional’s, located in Georgia, VT, is looking for a Liquifying Operator to join their team.

The shift is 6am-6pm. (2-2-3 schedule - Requiring shift, weekend, and holiday work when applicable)

Scope of the Role

Liquefying Operator dispense dry ingredients for liquification, adding vitamins and minerals to solution. Sets-up equipment for dispensing, monitoring, operating, and cleaning all liquefying equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:  

• Reads orders and retrieve dry ingredients from Warehouse and Micro Ingredient Dispensing Unit (MIDU).
• Operates forklift equipment.
• Routinely lifts and dispenses 55lb. bags of dry ingredients into liquefiers.
• Operates and cleans liquefying equipment and areas on both the dry and wet processing areas.
• Cleans equipment used for processing and set-up of the area, including mopping and washing walls/outer equipment.
• Performs all duties assigned in accordance with Standard Operating Instructions (SOPs) and Work Instructions.
• Provides accurate & complete documentation and follows detailed procedures and manufacturing order instructions.
• Operate and navigate computer and various applications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience Required

Required Experience

• H.S. diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend written instructions.
• Ability to perform duties in a safe, efficient and sanitary manner.
• Ability to operate and navigate computer and various systems & applications.

Preferred Experience

• Knowledge of GMP's and food allergens.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, a commitment to quality, problem solving skills, dependability, and attention to detail.
• Must be well organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work individually as well as with others as a team at all levels.

Position Physical Requirements

This position requires bending, stooping, and repetitive lifting up to 55 lbs. Standing, walking for 10+ hours of shift. Incumbent will be exposed to noise, cold temperatures (40°), warm temperatures (110°), strenuous physical activity, working at heights and/or in confined spaces. Candidate must be able to wear all required and necessary safety equipment and garments.  Work from ladders, scaffolding and staging is required.