Every great product starts with a great team. If you are a reliable, energetic team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and likes to stay active, we want you on our floor!
We don't just offer a job; we offer a stable, supportive environment where your hard work is noticed and appreciated. As a General Laborer, you will be the engine that keeps our line moving, working alongside a dedicated crew to ensure our products are packed, prepared, and delivered with top-notch quality. Ready to roll up your sleeves and grow with us? Apply today!
We take care of the people who take care of our business. Your peace of mind and well-being matter to us, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.
Fast Coverage: Health and welfare benefits become available on the first of the month following your hire date—no long waiting periods!
Comprehensive Health: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy.
Financial Protection: Life insurance and identity protection insurance for added peace of mind.
Generous Time Off: Recharge and spend time with family with up to 144 hours of vacation time every year (prorated during your first year).
And More! Ask our team about additional perks and benefits during your interview.
Assist operators as necessary
Load and/or unload materials, ingredients, parts, products, cases, crates, and pallets
Move, stack, or place items on conveyor manually or by mechanized means
Deliver production or area specific items to designated work areas for processing
Pack products in crates or boxes by hand
Sort, bundle, and fill containers or place in assembled units
Mark or put identifying labels on product loads
Construct or de-construct shipping boxes
Maintain general housekeeping of the assigned area
Complete all required paperwork accurately and legibly
Report quality and operational issues or irregularities to supervisor as they occur
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
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred
Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment
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
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.
