What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator position at Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.?
General Purpose:
Responsible for multiple aspects of the processes of manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of powdered dairy products in a production facility following all sanitation, safety, and good manufacturing practices.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assemble, operate, and disassemble equipment and machinery
- Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment while adhering to various cleaning process specifications, including the safe utilization of chemicals
- Operate a forklift, chain hoist and industrial scale
- Walk, bend, and stand for the duration of a scheduled shift, up to 12 hours
- Read, comprehend and follow manufacturing instructions, batch records and production schedules
- Completion of regulatory compliance documentation as needed
- Sample finished product for laboratory testing
- Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
- Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgement
- Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity
- Attend required training, including but not limited to, Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
- 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:
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Previous manufacturing experience preferred
- Ability to perform basic tasks using a computer
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to follow written and verbal directions
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively
- Must be able to read, write and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans