Perform proficiently in different aspect of multiple plant duties. Provide relief in jobs and learn duties of production, packaging, sanitation, and other roles as assigned.
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 repairsReview process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshootAssist with training efforts in functional area as neededReview charts, screens, quality check sheets, and specifications that are in both hard copy and electronic formatEngage in problem solving to assist in improving production, safety, quality, and yieldsEnsure operational efficiencies by positioning work, setting up of jobs, adjusting and operating equipment for proper functions and manufacturing of productPerform quality monitoring of statistical information and report on variations to supervisor and labInspect and identify any issues and perform preventative maintenance when neededReport any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediatelyMaintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issuesFollow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirementsThe 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 requiredHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred2 to 4 years of manufacturing/production experience needed, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industryCertification and/or License – may be required during course of employmentAble to follow directions and carry out instructionsAble to effectively work in a team environmentAble to legibly write entries for record keepingAble to work in a fast-paced environmentAble to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimalsMust be able to read, write and speak EnglishAn Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
