Receiver - Raw

Borden Dairy•Lafayette, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Borden Dairy is seeking a detail-oriented, quality-focused Raw Receiver to receive and unload raw milk and other fluid ingredients, collect quality assurance samples, operate and sanitize receiving equipment, and maintain a clean, safe, and compliant receiving area. The role ensures incoming products meet quality standards and are transferred efficiently to the appropriate storage silos while supporting production of high-quality dairy products. The position is performed in a dairy manufacturing environment and may involve varying temperatures, moisture, noise, cleaning chemicals, and moving equipment. Strict adherence to food safety, quality, sanitation, and safety standards is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
One year of related manufacturing, dairy processing, food production, or receiving experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to obtain State Lab Sample Testing Certification and Sample Pulling Certification within 30 days of hire.
Ability to read, understand, and accurately complete receiving documentation and records.
Basic math and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Commitment to food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift.
Ability to safely ascend and descend ladders and stairs, climb tanker trucks, and access elevated work areas.
Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in wet, humid, hot, cold, and outdoor conditions as needed.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and work around moving mechanical equipment and cleaning chemicals while following safety procedures.

Responsibilities

Receive and unload raw milk and other fluid ingredients from tanker trucks in accordance with company policies and quality standards.
Inspect incoming tanker loads for proper documentation, temperature, taste, quality, and compliance with Quality Assurance requirements.
Collect and process required product samples in accordance with Quality Assurance programs and applicable state and federal regulations.
Operate, monitor, and maintain pumps, valves, piping systems, and related receiving equipment.
Direct incoming products to the appropriate storage silos and holding tanks.
Sanitize receiving equipment, unloading lines, pumps, and related systems before and after use.
Wash and clean tanker trucks, pumps, piping, silos, and receiving equipment as required.
Maintain accurate receiving records and documentation.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary receiving area.
Follow food safety, quality assurance, environmental, and workplace safety policies and procedures.
Support production operations as needed to ensure efficient plant operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.