Dairy Farmers of America

Table Operator

Dairy Farmers of America  •  Houston, TX (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description

General Purpose:Make sure tables in production area are in good condition before curd is pumped into them. Ensure cheese meets specifications and PH is at specific level before draining whey and adding water.Job Duties and Responsibilities:* Monitor curd PH's and ingredients* Add salt to tables* Complete production logs accurately* Perform CIP on tables as needed* Relieve cooker/molder operator as needed* Assist cooker/molder operator to change RMC molds* Submit samples for lab testing* Assist CIP crews in tear downs of the curd tables* Clean the Curd Augers* Keep work area clean and up to 5S standards* Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues* Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive*Follow all DFA good Manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements* Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment* Adhere to all DFA Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety and GMKP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity* Attend required training, including but not limited to, Environmental, Health, Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)* 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
EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran
Dairy Farmers of America

About Dairy Farmers of America

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.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Kansas City, KS
Year Founded
1998
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