Dairy Production Operator: 24/7 Shifts & Growth

Michigan Milk Producers Association; Ovid Township (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Growth opportunities

Employee events

Job summary

Michigan Milk Producers Association is seeking a Production Operator to join our dairy facilities and support 24/7 production lines. You will handle packing equipment, palletize shipments, and ensure safe, accurate record-keeping in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires reliability, ability to follow SOPs, and compliance with food safety standards. Prior dairy or manufacturing experience is preferred; position is on-site with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must pass a drug test and background check.
• Follow GMP regulations: gloves, hairnets, shoe covers and uniforms.
• Comply with all applicable food safety regulations (SQF, FDA, PMO).
• Ability to stand/walk and lift 55 pounds for an 8-hour shift.
• Prior manufacturing or dairy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate butter and powder packing equipment within specifications.
• Handle pack cases for shipment to warehouse.
• Assist with palletizing and shrink-wrapping pallets for shipping.
• Record weights, start times, downtime, pounds produced, and pallets produced.
• Support other duties as needed based on plant requirements.

Skills

Reliability

Attendance

Reading SOPs

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Michigan Milk Producers Association is seeking a Production Operator to join our dairy facilities and support 24/7 production lines. You will handle packing equipment, palletize shipments, and ensure safe, accurate record-keeping in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires reliability, ability to follow SOPs, and compliance with food safety standards. Prior dairy or manufacturing experience is preferred; position is on-site with full-time hours.