PM Shift-Packaging Relief Operator

Dairy Farmers of America • Turlock, CA

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About The Position

The Packaging Relief Operator properly packages finished cheese according to packaging instructions while meeting safety and quality standards. The operator uses packaging equipment, boxes finished product, assists the Packaging Lead Person and Scale Operator as needed, and maintains the packaging room to 5S standards for a safe, sanitary, and efficient operation. This role is for a PM shift with rotating days off. Pay is $20.20 to $24.17 per hour based on experience and includes a $1.00 shift differential for hours worked between 6 PM and 6 AM. Paid overtime is offered.

The operator follows company good manufacturing practices and applicable regulatory, food safety, quality, sanitation, safety, and GMP requirements. The role includes monitoring a critical control point under the plant HACCP plan, taking corrective action when necessary, and completing and submitting documentation promptly. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Requirements

• Must be able to learn machine programs for settings.
• Must be able to stand throughout the entire shift.
• Must be able to keep up with the fast pace of the packaging line.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Operate the ULMA, Quadrille, Snorkel Vac, and Cryovac equipment.
• Package finished cheese product and box finished, packaged cheese product.
• Assist the Packaging Lead Person and Scale Operator as needed.
• Maintain the packaging room to 5S standards.
• Maintain safe working conditions and comply with applicable state and federal health and safety regulations.
• Follow company GMP, regulatory, food safety, quality, sanitation, safety, and HACCP-related policies and procedures; report nonconformities.
• Attend required training, including Safety, GMP, HACCP, and SQF training.
• Monitor a critical control point as part of the plant HACCP plan and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Complete documentation correctly and submit it promptly.
• Participate in leader standard work, safety programs, and 5S programs.
• Demonstrate honesty, discretion, and sound judgment consistent with company values and ethics.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) employer match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 144 hours of paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Paid overtime

What This Job Offers

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