Churn Operator - HPPD17

Dairy Farmers of America • Winnsboro, TX

6d

About The Position

The Churn Operator is a hands-on production role responsible for operating and monitoring butter-churning equipment to ensure efficient, consistent production and butter that meets quality standards for texture and taste. The role also supports packaging and stacking, performs quality checks, maintains production records, and helps keep equipment and the plant clean, safe, and sanitary. The position works as part of the production team and follows company food safety, quality, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Able to follow directions and carry out instructions.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Production or general work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor three butter churns to ensure efficient and consistent production.
• Assist with butter packaging, box assembly, and stacking operations.
• Maintain accurate production reports and documentation.
• Perform quality control procedures, including testing and adjusting butterfat, moisture, and salt levels.
• Provide relief support in packaging and stacking areas to maintain continuous production flow.
• Assist with cleaning butter production equipment and other cleaning duties as necessary, including cleaning and sanitizing plant equipment and maintaining plant housekeeping.
• Maintain churns within the correct specifications.
• Immediately report food safety and food quality issues to management.
• Maintain safe working conditions and comply with applicable state and federal health and safety regulations.
• Follow DFA good manufacturing practices and corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor.

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits available on the first of the month following the hire date.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Identity protection insurance.
• Up to 144 hours of vacation time per year, prorated during the first year.
• Additional perks and benefits may be discussed during the interview.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed