Days Off Relief Operator

Dairy Farmers of America•Turlock, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as a relief operator, covering days off for the Table Operator, Brine Operator, and RMC Operator. The role involves performing duties across these different operational areas, ensuring smooth production flow and adherence to quality and safety standards.

Requirements

Must have basic math experience
Must be able to work over time when required
Must be able to learn basic computer skills for touch screen operation
Must participate in the safety observation, 5S and Leader Standard Work program
Must be able to read, write and speak English

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Complete all Table Operator duties and responsibilities
Complete all Cooker/RMC Operator duties and responsibilities
Complete all Loader Operator duties and responsibilities
Prepare each vat according to recipe
Monitor curd pH's and add ingredients as needed
Adjust cheese cook temperatures as needed for different recipes
Mold cheese to proper weight and shape
Submit sample for lab testing
Take representative samples of vats to the lab for testing
Maintain good vat separation
Monitor the flow of incoming and outgoing cheese
Clean brine filters every 2 hours
Complete production logs accurately
Change RMC molds safely
Clean and CIP the Cooker as needed
Clean and CIP the Tables as needed
Assist the CIP crew as needed
Maintain work area up to 5S standards
Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive
Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment
Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity
Attend required training, including but not limited to, Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
Responsible for monitoring and taking corrective actions when necessary for a critical control point as part of the plant HACCP plan
Ensure that all documentation is done correctly and turned in promptly