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Mayfield Dairy Farms
Athens, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/9/2027
GENERAL PURPOSE
O3
Demonstrate proficiency in a range of processes, procedures, and equipment to perform various operator roles,
including those of a highly skilled nature, in the plant production environment. Serve as a resource to others to solve
problems and/or assist with operator activities or production equipment.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Perform a variety of line duties within the manufacturing environment to include highly skilled / senior-level
processing, machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Blend/Filler/CIP/Retort/
Evaporator/Pasteurizer 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 moderate to complicated 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
  • Assist with training efforts in functional area as needed
  • 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
Requirements:

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 2 to 4 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

  • Considerable knowledge of plant operations
  • Proficiency with company computer systems
  • Able to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories
  • Able to take initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities
  • 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 without constant 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



Compensation: 28.83

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