Master Operations Technician/Butter Room

Dairy Farmers of America • Winnsboro, TX

5d

About The Position

The Master Operations Technician performs advanced production and processing work in a manufacturing environment, including operating and setting up equipment and troubleshooting complex operating difficulties. The role supports production line efficiency, product quality, food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance. It may include highly skilled or senior-level processing, machine operation, and break relief duties, such as receiver, blend, filler, CIP, retort, evaporator, and pasteurizer operations. The technician may also perform minor maintenance repairs and assist with training in the functional area.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 to 4 years of manufacturing or production experience; dairy or consumer goods industry experience is preferred.
• Certification and/or license may be required during employment.
• Considerable knowledge of plant operations.
• Proficiency with company computer systems.
• Ability to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories.
• Ability to take initiative and seek increased responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow directions, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to take appropriate steps to solve problems and perform duties without constant supervision.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing or production experience in the dairy or consumer goods industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly skilled or senior-level processing, machine operator, and break relief duties, including roles such as receiver, blend, filler, CIP, retort, evaporator, and pasteurizer operator.
• Clean, set up, operate, and monitor production-line equipment.
• Ensure the correct materials are used for each product.
• Complete required documentation and scheduled quality checks.
• Review charts, screens, quality check sheets, and specifications in hard-copy and electronic formats.
• Perform required cleaning and sanitation tasks and complete the cleaning checklist after a line run.
• Prepare equipment for the next production run, including size changes as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve moderate to complicated operating difficulties; perform minor maintenance repairs as applicable.
• Communicate with other departments, the supervisor, and employees about problems or concerns that may affect production efficiency.
• Complete paperwork accurately, legibly, and with all required information in accordance with SOPs.
• Review process and equipment performance data to improve quality and throughput and to troubleshoot issues.
• Assist with training in the functional area as needed.
• Follow good manufacturing practices and corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Maintain safe working conditions and comply with state and federal health and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED