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Production Utility

Dairy Farmers of America

Grand Rapids, MIJob$24.03/hrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$24.03/hr
Location
Grand Rapids, MI
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Production Utility demonstrates proficiency across plant production processes, procedures, and equipment, performing operator and break-relief duties and assisting others with production activities. The role operates and monitors production-line equipment, supports quality and sanitation requirements, reviews process data, and helps troubleshoot issues. It is assigned to 3rd shift and requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 2 to 4 years of manufacturing or production experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Plant OperationsCompany Computer SystemsProduction Equipment OperationInitiativeIndependent WorkTeamworkVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationWorking in Fast-Paced EnvironmentsFollowing DirectionsMeeting DeadlinesProblem SolvingArithmeticEnglish

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent2+ Years Manufacturing ExperienceEnglish Fluency

Benefits

401(k) Match

Full job description

Job Description

General Purpose

Demonstrate proficiency in a range of processes, procedures, and equipment to perform various operator roles in the plant production environment. Serve as a resource to others to solve problems and/or assist with operator activities or production equipment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform a variety of line duties within the manufacturing environment to machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Blend/Filler/CIP/Retort/ Evaporator/Pasteurizer operators). This may include troubleshooting and performing minor maintenance repairs

  • Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment on the production line

  • Ensure that the proper materials are used for each product being produced

  • Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks

  • Review charts, screens, quality check sheets, and specifications that are in both hard copy and electronic format

  • Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks as required to maintain plant equipment; complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run

  • Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed

  • Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

  • Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s

  • Review process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot

  • Assist with training efforts in functional area as needed

  • Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

  • Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

  • 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

3rd Shift

Starting Pay $24.98

Benefits after 60 days

401K

Requirements

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • 2 to 4 years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Considerable knowledge of plant operations

  • Proficiency with company computer systems

  • Able to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories

  • Able to take initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities

  • Able to work independently and as part of a team

  • Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Able to follow directions and meet deadlines

  • Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems

  • Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision

  • 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

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range 24.03

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