Batching Operator

Dairy Farmers of America; Bridgeton (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

Competitive pay

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Employee referral program

Job summary

A dairy marketing cooperative in Bridgeton is seeking a Batching Operator to join their processing team. The role involves preparing products according to strict safety and quality standards, coordinating ingredient batching, and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and be able to handle physical duties. Benefits include competitive pay, 401(k) plan, paid vacation, and growth opportunities. Join us and make a difference in the dairy community.

Qualifications

• Must be able to legibly write entries for record keeping.
• Prior experience in a related field preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Perform batching operations closely with the processing team.
• Coordinate delivery of ingredients and set up batches according to formula.
• Ensure all tasks comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Skills

Ability to read, speak, and write in English

Mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

Physical stamina (ability to lift 25-50 pounds)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Cumberland Dairy has immediate job openings for a Batching Operator team member to perform an array of functions including working closely with all other members of the processing team and performing all tasks necessary to prepare and deliver product with the highest safety and quality for processing and packaging. Process Operator will be responsible for coordinating with QA personnel regarding correct ingredients and formulations prior to batching, coordinating the delivery of ingredients for batching, and set up/batch all products according to formula while following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and communicating effectively with all departments to insure smooth operation of facility.

Cumberland Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we\'re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Cumberland Dairy, we produce millions of gallons of ultra-pasteurized, refrigerated, extended shelf-life products annually and are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.

By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities - come join us!

OUR OPERATORS FOR THIS POSITION START AT AN HOURLY RATE OF:

$ per hour

SCHEDULE:

2-2-3 Rotating Turn Schedule

Night Shift Schedule 6pm-6:30am

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) with company contribution
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Service recognition and employee appreciation events
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniforms provided
• Work for dairy farm families

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Six months related experience and or training required.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background, and criminal checks
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimal
• Must be able to read, speak, and write in English
• Must be able to legibly write entries for record keeping
• Must be able to stand, walk, pull, push, reach and bend virtually the entire shift
• Must be able to regularly lift 25 pounds, with capabilities to lift 50 pounds
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holidays

An Equal Opportunity Employer