Blowmold Operator

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. seeks an operator for blow molding to produce containers safely and efficiently. You will monitor lines, operate bagger/debagger stations, and train teammates in blowmold operations.

Responsibilities include documenting per SOPs, analyzing process data to boost quality and throughput, and identifying continuous improvement opportunities while ensuring GMP and health & safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Certification and/or license may be required during employment.
• Experience in warehouse, production or general work is beneficial.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate plastic blow molding machines to produce containers safely and efficiently.
• Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles.
• Operate bagger and debagger stations.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs of blowmold equipment.
• Train others on blowmold operations.
• Document information per SOPs and maintain records.
• Analyze process data to improve quality and throughput.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Report food safety and quality issues to management.
• Maintain safe working conditions and comply with regulations and GMP.

Skills

Teamwork

Record keeping

Computer systems

Clear communication

Math skills

English reading/writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification/license may be required

Tools

Blow molding machinery

Job description

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.

• 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