2nd shift Blend Operator

Friendly; Wilbraham (MA); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Friendly in Wilbraham, MA seeks a production worker to operate continuous flow or vat-type dairy processing equipment. You will review quality specs, monitor blending, and control valves, pumps, speeds, and temperatures to meet formulas.

The role requires teamwork, accuracy in record-keeping, and adherence to GMP and safety rules. Responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing equipment, documenting SOPs, and communicating issues to supervisors.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred.
• Certification and/or license may be required during employment.

Responsabilidades

• Review quality, food safety and product specifications.
• Monitor blending equipment according to component specs and blend amounts.
• Control valves, pumps, speed, and temperatures per industry standards.
• Adhere to testing procedures and provide samples to the laboratory.
• Disassemble/assemble equipment for cleaning and sanitizing per instructions.
• Operate and test systems using gauges and instruments.
• Maintain communication with departments and notify about issues.
• Document all information per SOPs and support process improvements.
• Support safe working conditions and regulatory compliance.
• Follow DFA GMP and corporate safety and sanitation requirements.
• Duties may include other tasks as assigned.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Record keeping

Computer systems

Fast-paced

Communication

Following directions

Math skills

English proficient

Educación

High school diploma

Production experience preferred

Certification/licence may be required

Descripción del empleo

Operate continuous flow or vat-type equipment to process milk, cream, and other dairy products, following specified methods and formulas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Review all quality, food safety and product specifications
• Monitor blending equipment according to the specifications of components and blend amounts
• Control valves, pumps, speed, and temperatures in accordance with industry standards for blending
• Adhere to established testing procedures and provide required samples to the laboratory
• Assemble and disassemble equipment for proper cleaning/sanitizing and operating per manufacturer instructions
• Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments
• Engage in dismantling, assembling, and installing refrigeration equipment
• 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 required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
• Report 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 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

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to effectively work in a team environment
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
• Able to use company computer systems
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to follow directions
• 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

Pay Range

24.47

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