GENERAL PURPOSE
Operate and maintain line equipment for the product runs that meet established production standards needed for maximum efficiency and quality standards.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Prepare, operate, maintain, and stock assigned production line or station
· Maintain equipment in full operational status by making adjustments to equipment
· Ensure operation of equipment by troubleshooting malfunctions and notifying the proper individuals when needed for preventative maintenance or issues needing attention
· Maintain quality by observing operations and adjusting with speed controls and troubleshooting
· Maintain and clean equipment according to guidelines and expectations
· Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately
· Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
· Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
· 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 preferred
· Production or general work experience preferred
· Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
· Able to follow directions and carry out instructions
· Able to effectively work in a team environment
· Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
· Able to work in a fast-paced environment
· 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
BENEFITS:
Health and Sick benefits begin 1st of the month after start date
401(k) with company contribution – 100% vested at day one of eligibility
Competitive pay
Paid Vacation starting at 144 hrs Annually
Paid Holidays
Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
Service recognition and employee rewards
Employee referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Work for Dairy Farm Families
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
At Dairy Farmers of America, our 19,000 employees work with one goal in mind – to bring value to our family farm-owners.
As a farmer-owned cooperative, DFA offers rewarding jobs across the nation in a variety of fields, including manufacturing, accounting, communications, marketing, economics, on-farm field services, and more.
We value our employees and reward them with competitive benefits, a supportive working environment, and growth opportunities. We capitalize on the strengths of each individual and ensure that each employee is challenged in their role. Through Dairy University, employees receive online training and job enhancement, classes. Employees also have the opportunity to grow within DFA.
We also want our employees to live a healthy lifestyle and offer a health and wellness program that provides access to online classes and materials tailored to help our employees make healthier choices, as well as an Employee Assistance Program that helps employees with legal and health issues, such as advice on parenting or stress management, and free counseling sessions.
At DFA, we understand that our employees provide value within our organization and in our community. We cultivate a culture of openness, transparency, and integrity where employees are encouraged to voice their opinions and share their ideas. We also believe we have a responsibility to give back the communities in which we operate and work to do so through the DFA Cares Foundation.
Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is an equal employment employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals.
