Cook Operator - Mid Shift, Processing

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Schulenburg (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking a production operator to join our Schulenburg, TX facility. You will add ingredients to the Liquifier, monitor process specs, and ensure accurate samples and documentation for each batch.

Position requires High School Diploma or GED, ability to perform basic math, and strong English communication. Pre-employment physical/drug screen and forklift license within 30 days are required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
• Able to communicate effectively in writing and speech (English).
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must attain Forklift Operator License within 30 days of hiring.

Responsibilities

• Adds ingredients to Liquifier for specific recipe and begins processing.
• Monitors ingredient amounts, mixing times, and homogenizer specs for the product.
• Examines product for defects and informs supervisor.
• Obtains samples and delivers to lab in a timely manner.
• Maintains a clean, organized work area and handles waste and debris properly.
• Reports machinery or quality issues to Supervisor and submits work orders.
• Operates cleaning chemicals safely with PPE.
• Performs CIP sanitizing as required.
• Supports Downstairs Operator with tomatoes pumping and tote breakdowns.
• Uses SAP to transact inventory and ensure traceability.
• Documents lots, quantities, times, and ingredients accurately.
• Adheres to GMPs and company sanitation standards.
• Performs Master Sanitation list tasks when production is idle.
• Works safely and contributes to a team environment.
• Assists in training new operator.

Skills

Arithmetic in all units

Written and verbal English

Pre-employment physical & drug screen

Forklift license within 30 days

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Adds ingredients to Liquifier for specific recipe being produced and begins processing.
• Monitors and ensures accuracy of ingredient amounts, mixing times, homogenizer pressure temperature specifications, etc. for product being produced.
• Examines product and/or ingredients for any noticeable defects, i.e., questionable appearances, odors, etc., and informs supervisor.
• Obtains all necessary samples of product and delivers samples to lab in a timely manner.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area at all times, i.e. hosing off ingredient dust from tanks, discarding ingredient bags, making sure floor area is free of debris, etc..
• Reports machinery or quality issues to Supervisor as they occur and submits work orders when necessary.
• Handles cleaning chemicals in a safe manner utilizing safety equipment such as gloves, eyewear, etc.
• Performs CIP sanitizing utilizing procedures and methods.
• Assists Downstairs Operator with diced tomato pumping and breaking down of totes during salsa runs.
• Utilize scanners or thin client units to make SAP transaction for the purpose of maintain accurate inventory levels and ensuring reliable product traceability.
• Accurately documents lots, quantities, times, and ingredients.
• Follows all DFA Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Performs items on Master Sanitation lists when production is not running.
• Maintain safe environment and perform other duties in a safe manner at all times.
• Assists in training new operator.
• Ability to function in a team based structure and positively contributes to team based effort
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Shift Schedule - Monday - Friday 12:00PM to 8PM
• Possible Saturdays based on Demand
• $18.50 Starting Pay / Increase to $23.66 @ 90 Days
• Shift Differential Paid at $.50/per hour with shifts starting at 2pm or Later

Requirements

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
• Able to effectively communicate in writing & speech (English)
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must be able to attain a Forklift Operator License within 30 days of hiring.

Pay Range

$18.50 to start, Increase after 90 days

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