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Filler Operator - Half Gallon

Dairy Farmers of America

Le Mars, IAJob$26.98/hrTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$26.98/hr
Location
Le Mars, IA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

DFA/Kemps seeks machine operators to maintain, break down, and set up equipment, troubleshoot issues, process raw and finished dairy materials, follow Good Manufacturing Practices, communicate across departments, and meet daily deadlines.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mathematical CalculationsPhysical Lifting Up to 50 PoundsFast-Paced Work EnvironmentWet Environment Adaptability

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDPass Pre-Employment Screenings

Benefits

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

Full job description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

DFA/Kemps has immediate job openings for well-versed machine operators to perform an array of functions including maintaining, breaking down and setting up equipment and machinery, while troubleshooting and resolving basic to moderate operating issues. Machine operators will be responsible for processing finished or raw materials, while following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and communicating effectively with all departments and meeting daily deadlines.

DFA/Kemps is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), 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. At DFA/Kemps 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!

OUR MACHINE OPERATORS MAKE:

  • $26.98 per hour

SCHEDULE:

  • Mon.- Fri. 9:00 PM - 5:30 AM Some Sat. work possible

  • 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

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred

  • Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimal

  • Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks

  • Must be able to push, pull, stand, walk, climb, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds

  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Must be able to be able to work in a wet environment

  • May have some exposure to dust, fumes and cleaning chemicals

  • Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range 26.98

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