Production Operator
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Job overview
Dairy Farmers of America is hiring a Production Operator. The Production Operator is responsible for manufacturing, packaging, and distributing powdered dairy products. This role involves operating and maintaining equipment, ensuring a clean and sanitary work environment, and adhering to all safety and good manufacturing practices. The operator will also complete regulatory compliance documentation and sample finished products for testing.
Key focus areas include Assemble, operate, and disassemble equipment and machinery, Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, and Operate a forklift, chain hoist and industrial scale.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma or GED. Important skills include Operate Forklift, Operate Chain Hoist, Operate Industrial Scale, Read Manufacturing Instructions, Comprehend Manufacturing Instructions, and Follow Manufacturing Instructions. Preferred (not required): Team Environment, Communication, Oral Communication, and Follow Directions.
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Full job description
Job Description
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:
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Assemble, operate, and disassemble equipment and machinery
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Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment while adhering to various cleaning process specifications, including the safe utilization of chemicals
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Operate a forklift, chain hoist and industrial scale
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Walk, bend, and stand for the duration of a scheduled shift, up to 12 hours
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Read, comprehend and follow manufacturing instructions, batch records and production schedules
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Completion of regulatory compliance documentation as needed
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Sample finished product for laboratory testing
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Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
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Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgement
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Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity
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Attend required training, including but not limited to, Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
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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
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
Education and Experience
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High School Diploma or GED required
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Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Ability to work in a team environment
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Excellent written and oral communication skills
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Ability to follow directions
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Highly motivated
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Must be able to read, write and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
Pay Range 23.18
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