Line Operator

* All candidates MUST have prior experience operating production equipment in a food processing facility - dairy preferred

GENERAL PURPOSE

Demonstrate proficiency in more than one process and equipment to perform various operator roles in the plant production environment.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Perform a variety of line duties within the manufacturing environment to include processing, machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Palletizer, Blend/Filler/CIP/Mix/Packaging/Loader 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

· Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties

· 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

· 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

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· High school diploma or equivalent

· 1 to 3 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

· Knowledge of plant operations

· Proficiency with company computer systems

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

· 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 under general 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 including Disabled/Veterans