Production Operator

General Purpose:

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.

Job Duties and 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

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to perform basic tasks using a computer
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions 
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans