Evaporator Operator – 3rd Shift

Nestle

. Learn and perform all aspects of evaporator operation, including startup, operation, shutdown, homogenization, pasteurization, cleanup, and record keeping .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeModesto • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $25 - $31 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evaporator operation, including startup, shutdown, and cleaning processes, while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Proficient in monitoring equipment and performing necessary SAP transactions to maintain production efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Evaporator OperationCIP (Cleaning In Process)Forklift CertificationState Pasteurizers' LicenseRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Evaporator OperationHTST OperationSeparator OperationHomogenizing Equipment OperationMonitoring PumpsHeat Exchanger MonitoringCooling Media ManagementSAP TransactionsRecord KeepingQuality Control

Soft Skills

MentoringTeam CollaborationProfessional CommunicationStress ManagementTime Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Forklift CertificationState Pasteurizers' License

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentFood SafetyQuality AssuranceProduction RatiosRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Learn and perform all aspects of evaporator operation, including startup, operation, shutdown, homogenization, pasteurization, cleanup, and record keeping
Operate a five-effect falling-film evaporator and related HTST, separator, and homogenizing equipment
Monitor pumps, heat exchangers, cooling media, and other peripheral equipment
Ensure finished milk products meet desired specifications
Perform Cleaning in Process (CIP) on evaporator-related equipment
Coordinate with the Quality Lab operator to achieve correct production and product component ratios
Participate in evaporator process activities
Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area
Mentor new Evaporator Operators
Report incidents and unsafe conditions and maintain regulatory compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum three years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
Must be able to pass Nestlé’s forklift certification
Must obtain a state pasteurizers’ license
Follow plant safety and quality rules
Report incidents and unsafe conditions immediately
Maintain compliance with regulations
Basic understanding of computers
Ability to operate equipment and perform SAP transactions
Ability to work promptly and regularly
Ability to work under supervision and at times under stressful conditions
Ability to work within deadlines
Ability to work professionally with peers and management

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentives
401(k) with company match
Healthcare coverage
Competitive total rewards package
Programs supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing