Box Operator - 1st Shift

dfa; Missouri; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

dfa is seeking a team-oriented operator to run case-packers and perform routine quality checks in a manufacturing setting in Missouri. The role emphasizes safe operation, equipment maintenance, and adherence to GMP and health and safety standards.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and prior production experience; English literacy and basic math skills are required for accurate record keeping and reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Production or general work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate case-packers and perform quality checks as required.
• Maintain and clean the case packer and surrounding equipment according to guidelines and expectations.
• Inspect finished product before being cased.
• React and resolve any alarm issues related to the case packer.
• Report any food safety and quality issues to management immediately.
• Maintain safe working conditions and comply with health and safety regulations.
• Follow GMP and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Follow directions

Team environment

Record keeping

English literacy

Math basics

Education

High school diploma

Production or general work experience

Job description

General Purpose

Perform operation of case packaging machines according to case pack configurations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate case-packers and perform quality checks as required
• Maintain and clean the case packer and surrounding equipment according to guidelines and expectations
• Inspect finished product before being cased
• React and resolve any alarm issues related to the case packer
• 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

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Production or general work experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to follow directions and carry out instructions
• Able to effectively work in a team environment
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• 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