Role Description

Reports To: Production Manager

Location: Allerton, Iowa

Start Date: ASAP

The Dryer Operator operates spray dryer and related equipment to dry product produced by the mix operator.

Role Responsibilities

• Operate spray dryer to produce an in spec product.
• Check moisture, sediment, HP pump pressures, heat exchanger, temperatures and adjust if necessary using finished product specifications and work schedule as a guideline.
• Change carbon columns and recharge as required.
• Replace gaskets, pump seals and HP pump packing as required.
• Check gate valves, augers, conveying systems and related dryer equipment frequently.
• Pump mix from processors to hold tanks.
• Follow written Quality System operating procedures.
• Follow safety rules and use appropriate safety gear as necessary.
• Notify supervisor of problems that effect product quality or equipment malfunction.
• Responsible for running Clean-In-Place (CIP) operations.
• Follow aseptic procedures at all times.
• Correctly follow all production, cleaning procedures as described in the SOP.
• Maintains records including but not limited to computer, sanitation, pre-op and batch tickets.

Skills & Qualifications

• Must be self-disciplined, a team player, and be able to handle emergency situations common to the operation.
• Must follow all written and oral instructions and takes direction from Production Supervisor/Manager.
• Machine operating experience required, food manufacturing or infant formula manufacturing experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift 50 lb./25 kg bags or drums during the batching and bagging process.
• Need ability to stand, crouch and climb to perform adjustments to equipment, use ladders, and perform various types of manual labor.

Regulatory Requirements

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, follow CGMP's, and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality and sanitation requirements.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local standards for the manufacture of infant formula and other non-infant nutritional foods.