What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cottage Cheese Operator - 3rd Shift position at Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.?
JOB SUMMARY
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. A few job responsibilities include setting up and sanitizing equipment, operating filler and all related packaging equipment, filling totes, filling bulk sour cream, blending flavor ingredients, palletizing, cleaning of pumps/floors/walls, and other duties as assigned. Cover breaks and other employee absences. 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.
OUR MACHINE OPERATOR FOR THIS POSITION MAKES:
- Rate per hour $29.43
- At 12 months $31.43
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 11:00PM - 7:00AM (8 hour shifts)
Job Duties include: Operating all equipment related to both Cottage Cheese #3 filler and #7; operating all equipment involved in packaging line; cleaning all filling equipment, pumps, motors, blending equipment, floors, walls; filling out records and reports; supplying the line with cups, lids, and other supplies; operating other packaging equipment when Cottage Cheese line is not running; other duties as assigned.
BENEFITS:
- Union pension plan and 401(k)
- 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
Qualifications:
- Basic math skills
- 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
Salary : $29