What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Production Worker position at Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.?
Join Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a nationwide dairy cooperative committed to producing safe, high-quality food. We’re looking for a reliable General Laborer to support daily production operations by performing essential manual and repetitive tasks that keep our facility running smoothly.
2nd or 3rd Shift - shifts assigned at hire (not guaranteed)
Union role
Performance increase eligible at 90 days
Fully funded pension
Healthcare benefits
Starting pay $22.75/hour
Key Responsibilities
- Assist machine operators as needed
- Load and unload materials, ingredients, parts, products, cases, crates, and pallets
- Move, stack, and place items on conveyors manually or using mechanized equipment
- Deliver materials to designated production areas
- Hand-pack products into crates or boxes
- Sort, bundle, and fill containers or assembled units
- Label or mark product loads
- Build or break down shipping boxes
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
- Accurately and legibly complete required paperwork
- Report quality or operational issues to supervision immediately
- Follow all DFA Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety, quality, and sanitation standards
- Maintain safe working conditions in compliance with state and federal regulations
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Education & Experience
- Must have High School Diploma or equivalent
- Prior warehouse, production, or general labor experience preferred
- Certifications or licenses may be required throughout employment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to follow directions and carry out instructions
- Strong teamwork skills
- Ability to write legible documentation
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Basic math skills (whole numbers, fractions, decimals)
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer