Churn Operator

UDA - United Dairymen of Arizona•Tempe, AZ

5d•$23 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Churn Operator oversees the butter-churning process, ensuring machinery and equipment operate efficiently and produce safe, quality products. The position is based at the Main Plant in Tempe, Arizona, and is listed as full-time. The job details specify a 12-hour night shift from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.; the schedule section separately states 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on a 2-2-3 schedule. UDA is a local, family-owned dairy cooperative serving its members, community, and customers with milk and dairy products. Headquartered and operating in Arizona since 1960, UDA oversees production, processing, and marketing of products from farm to retail. The company describes its aim as providing employees with long-term stability, growth, and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in plant production, warehouse, or general labor.
High school degree or GED.
Ability to learn and operate complex production machinery safely and efficiently.
Knowledge of good manufacturing practices.
Strong time management skills and ability to complete various tasks with minimal supervision.
Ability to read, hear, speak, comprehend, and follow instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including holidays and weekends.
Ability to walk and stand for 12 or more hours at a time.
Ability to safely operate equipment by visually observing equipment and surroundings.
Ability to hear and speak in environments that may have elevated decibel readings, using appropriate hearing protection.
Ability to walk, stand, stoop, bend, reach, lift, push, pull, and carry items up to 55 pounds.
Ability to push and pull items up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work in varying extreme hot, cold, and wet temperatures and conditions.
Ability to work safely with hazardous chemicals.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in dairy processing or food and beverage.

Responsibilities

CIP all process equipment and lines.
Perform startup and shutdown functions for process equipment.
Perform CIP and process connections.
Operate the churn and butter filler according to parameters and specifications, making adjustments as needed.
Keep accurate and legible records.
Take and analyze butter samples and make process adjustments.
Maintain food safety and quality standards, resolving or reporting compliance issues immediately.