Blowmold Operator

Dairy Farmers of America; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a production technician for our Tennessee plant to operate blow molding lines and related stations. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to GMP and SOP guidelines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include monitoring lines, operating bagger/debagger equipment, and performing minor repairs while documenting data for quality and throughput improvements. Training others and reporting issues are also 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.

Responsibilities

• Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles
• Operate bagger and debagger stations
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on blowmold equipment
• Train others on blowmold operations
• Maintain open communication with other departments, management, and employees to notify of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict efficiency
• Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs
• Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot
• 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

Skills

Teamwork

Written communication

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Following directions

Education

High school diploma

Warehouse/production experience

Certifications may be required

Job description

General Purpose

Operate plastic blow molding machines to ensure production of containers is made in a safe, efficient, and high-quality manner according to established company policies and procedures.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles
• Operate bagger and debagger stations
• Troubleshoot and implement minor repairs of blowmold equipment
• Train others on blowmold operations
• Maintain open communication with other departments, management, and employees to notify of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict efficiency
• Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s
• Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot
• 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

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