HTST/RO Operator LaVaquita Houston, TX Job Details Full-time $22 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications Manufacturing equipment maintenance Food quality maintenance Volumetric analysis Foreign language proficiency Food production Mechanical blueprint interpretation Water treatment systems Quality records maintenance Quality assurance experience within food and beverage industry Pasteurizer Schematics Quality control product testing Food processing plant experience Safety regulations Interpreting technical drawings Contamination control Environmental compliance Energy control procedures Mid-level Industrial equipment troubleshooting High school diploma or GED Electrical safety procedures Production filtration units Food safety sanitizing procedures Titration Machine operation safety procedures Temperature monitoring Filtration Compliance documentation Environmental law compliance support experience Full Job Description An HTST/RO Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining both High-Temperature Short-Time (HTST) pasteurization systems and Reverse Osmosis (RO) ultrafiltration systems in dairy processing plants. This role ensures that milk and whey products are safely processed, meet quality standards, and comply with food safety regulations. Start up and operate HTST pasteurization equipment according to production schedules, monitoring temperature, pressure, and flow rates to ensure proper heating, holding, and cooling of milk Operate and monitor RO ultrafiltration systems, including starting up, bringing down, and cleaning-in-place (CIP) the system Conduct routine quality checks on pasteurized and RO-treated products, including butterfat analysis, titration, and other QA tests Record and document process data, maintenance activities, and quality control results accurately and in compliance with legal and company requirements Perform basic maintenance and minor repairs on HTST and RO equipment; report major issues to maintenance staff Follow strict sanitation procedures to keep equipment and work areas clean, reducing contamination risks Troubleshoot equipment issues and assist in resolving production problems with QA, maintenance, and production teams Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations, and maintain a safe workplace requirementDescription Practical knowledge of lock-out/tag-out safety procedures Good mechanical aptitude and ability to read and interpret equipment schematics Ability to use computer systems for process control and documentation Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety and quality Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow instructions effectively Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred for communication in multi-language work environments High school diploma or equivalent ; technical certifications or vocational training in food processing or related fields are a plus An Equal Opportunity Employer. 22.00