Production Operator

Dairy Farmers of America

10d

About The Position

Responsible for multiple aspects of the processes of manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of powdered dairy products in a production facility following all sanitation, safety, and good manufacturing practices.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Ability to work in a team environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to follow directions
Highly motivated
Must be able to read, write and speak English

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Assemble, operate, and disassemble equipment and machinery
Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment while adhering to various cleaning process specifications, including the safe utilization of chemicals
Operate a forklift, chain hoist and industrial scale
Walk, bend, and stand for the duration of a scheduled shift, up to 12 hours
Read, comprehend and follow manufacturing instructions, batch records and production schedules
Completion of regulatory compliance documentation as needed
Sample finished product for laboratory testing
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 judgement
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)
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required