Milk Receiver

UDA - United Dairymen of Arizona•Tempe, AZ

6h•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

If you love milk by the gallon, what about by the tanker? Ok, that may be a little too much milk to take in, but we are in need of a Milk Receiver to do just that. As a Milk Receiver you'll play a crucial role in our product distribution process - receiving fresh milk from our dairy partners. This role requires some real endurance as you dock, connect, and unload milk from our tankers. SCHEDULE: 12 hour shifts (nights or days -6 to 6); working on a 2-2-3 schedule (week 1 of payroll: 2 days on, 2 days off; 3 days on; 2nd week of payroll: 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off).

Requirements

Excellent time management skills with the ability to complete routine tasks safely and efficiently
Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively in person
Ability to complete physically demanding tasks routinely - consists of climbing, crouching, lifting, and walking, while in a harness
Strong understanding of personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure proper use at all times
Ability to complete fall protection training and operate in a safe and efficient manner
Knowledge of good manufacturing practices
Ability to operate equipment safely
Must be able to work 12 hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required
Ability to read, hear, speak, and comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions & Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Ability to troubleshoot and prioritize
At least 1 year of experience in a plant production, warehouse, or general labor position
Basic computer and math skills
High School Diploma or Educational Equivalent
Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently
Adherence to good manufacturing practices (GMPs)
Ability to multitask
Ability to use common math
Strong time management skills with ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
Minimum 6 months to 1 year experience in food production, manufacturing, warehouse, or general labor environment
Knowledge of evaporators, dryers, pasteurizers, separators and food manufacturing process

Nice To Haves

Food & Beverage Manufacturing operator experience
Dairy Manufacturing experience
Previous experience in dairy processing
High School Diploma would be preferred

Responsibilities

Efficiently unload milk tankers into silos by climbing and connecting various hoses
Communicate, navigate, and instruct tank haulers on milk receiving process
Perform CIP on all milk tankers and receiving lines
Perform routine mechanical and manual cleaning to maintain a food safety and quality requirements
Perform troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of equipment
Ensure all quality testing and procedures are completed before unloading tankers
Coordinate tanker traffic with team leads and tanker haulers
Keep accurate and legible records
Always maintain food safety and quality standards, resolving and/or reporting compliance issues immediately