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HTST Pasteurizer Operator - Vacation Relief

Dairy Farmers of America
Le Mars, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/31/2026
Job Summary

DFA/Kemps has an immediate job opening for a well-versed Pasteurizer - HTST Operator/Vacation Relief Operator to perform an array of functions including operating pasteurizer in compliance with State and Federal guidelines, obtaining milk and cream samples for testing by lab to include raw and processed product, wash and sanitize milk silos, cream tanks, and any other equipment as needed, produce product according to guidelines and separate into correct batches, follow recipe guidelines for all products produced. Pasteurizer - HTST 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. As a Vacation Relief Operator, this position will be required to cover other positions when other employees are on vacation or absent.

DFA/Kemps is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we’re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At DFA/Kemps we are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.

By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities - come join us!

Our Pasteurizer - Htst Operators Make

  • $32.03 per hour

SCHEDULE: Mon - Fri 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM

Benefits

  • 401(k) with company contribution*
  • 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

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Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimal
  • 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

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

32.03

Salary : $32

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