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Processing Assistant - Machine Operator

Dairy Farmers of America

Richmond, INJobPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Richmond, IN
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Requirements

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Certification And/Or License

Job overview

Dairy Farmers of America is hiring a Processing Assistant - Machine Operator. The Processing Assistant operates production equipment to meet quality standards and maintains CIP systems. This role involves making mix/batching for UHT and aseptic systems, setting up and cleaning processing systems, and performing assigned preventative maintenance. The assistant also operates and cleans separator equipment and maintains accurate records.

Key focus areas include Make mix/batching for UHT and aseptic systems, Set up, CIP and clean UHT and aseptic processing systems and all associated equipment, and Set up, CIP and clean associated raw and pasteurized equipment (tanks, lines, batch systems, etc.).

Successful candidates bring Must Be Able To Read Write Speak English, Must Be Able To Lift 50-100 Lbs, and Must Work In Hot Humid Conditions. Important skills include Operate Production Equipment, Operate CIP Systems, Make Mix/Batching For UHT And Aseptic Systems, Set Up UHT And Aseptic Processing Systems, Set Up Raw And Pasteurized Equipment, and CIP Raw And Pasteurized Equipment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operate Production EquipmentOperate CIP SystemsMake Mix/Batching for UHT and Aseptic SystemsSet Up UHT and Aseptic Processing SystemsSet Up Raw and Pasteurized EquipmentCIP Raw and Pasteurized EquipmentClean Raw and Pasteurized EquipmentPerform PM'sRebuild ValvesRebuild PumpsRebuild HomogenizerOperate SeparatorCIP SeparatorFollow DirectionsCarry Out InstructionsWork in a Team EnvironmentLegibly Write Entries for Record KeepingWork in a Fast-Paced EnvironmentAdd, Subtract, Multiply, and DivideRead EnglishWrite EnglishSpeak English

Qualifications

Certification and/or LicenseLift 50 to 100 Lbs. RepetitivelyWork in Hot, Humid ConditionsHigh School Diploma or EquivalentProduction or General Work Experience

Benefits

401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job Description

Richmond Beverage Solutions has immediate job openings for a Processing Assistant: Operate all production equipment at or above production and quality standards and CIP systems.

Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) is a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we’re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. We are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.

By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us!

DUTIES:

  • MAKE MIX/BATCHING FOR UHT AND ASEPTIC SYSTEMS.

  • SET UP, CIP AND CLEAN UHT AND ASEPTIC PROCESSING SYSTEMS AND ALL ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

  • SET UP, CIP AND CLEAN ASSOCIATED RAW AND PASTEURIZED EQUIPMENT (TANKS, LINES, BATCH SYSTEMS, etc.)

  • PERFORM ASSIGNED PM’s, REBUILD VALVES,PUMPS AND HOMOGENIZER, ETC.

  • OPERATE AND CIP SEPARATOR AND OTHER ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT

  • LIFT 50 TO 100 LBS. ON A REPETITIVE BASIS.

  • WORK IN HOT, HUMID CONDITIONS.

  • COMPLETE AND MAINTAIN ALL ASSOCIATED RECORDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH COMPANY, STATE AND FEDERAL REQUIRMENTS.

  • ADHERE TO ALL GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICES.DUTIES AS ASSIGN

BENEFITS:

  • Union pension plan and 401(k) or 401(k) with company contribution*

  • Competitive pay

  • Paid vacation and holidays*

  • Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!

  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits

  • Service recognition and employee rewards*

  • Employee referral program

  • Tuition reimbursement*

  • Uniforms provided

  • Work for dairy farm families

* varies by company and governing CBAs

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Production or general work experienced preferred

Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Able to follow directions and carry out instructions

Able to effectively work in a team environment

Able to legibly write entries for record keeping

Able to work in a fast-paced environment

Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and

decimals

Must be able to read, write and speak English

DFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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