Blend Operator

Dairy Farmers of America; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a production operator to process milk, cream, and other dairy products following specified methods and formulas. The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy in record-keeping, and adherence to quality and food safety standards.

The position requires the ability to operate blending equipment, monitor gauges, and follow SOPs while maintaining clean and safe work conditions in a fast-paced environment.

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.

Responsibilities

• Review quality, food safety and product specifications.
• Monitor blending equipment per component specs.
• Control valves, pumps, speed, and temperatures per standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Record keeping

Computer use

Fast-paced

Clear communication

Follow directions

Math in units

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Warehouse/production experience

Certification/license may be required

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE

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 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

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