Dairy Production Operator - Process & Sanitation

SWISS PREMIUM DAIRY; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Swiss Premium Dairy in Lebanon, PA is seeking a Dairy Manufacturing Production Operator - Processing and Sanitation to perform a variety of line duties and operate processing equipment in a fast-paced dairy plant. You will also support sanitation, quality checks, and equipment readiness to ensure smooth production.

You will review process data, assist training, and help maintain GMP, food safety, and quality standards while working as part of a team in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 2–4 years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry.
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of line duties including processing, machine operation, and/or break relief operator roles. Troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance as needed.
• Review process data and equipment performance to improve quality and throughput.
• Assist with training in functional areas as needed.
• Review charts, screens, quality check sheets, and specifications in hard copy and electronic format.
• Engage in problem solving to improve production, safety, quality, and yields.
• Ensure operational efficiencies by setting up jobs and adjusting equipment for proper manufacturing.
• Perform quality monitoring of statistical information and report variations to supervisor/lab.
• Inspect and identify issues and perform preventative maintenance as needed.
• Report food safety and quality issues to management promptly.
• Maintain safe working conditions and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Follow DFA GMP and regulatory sanitation requirements.

Skills

Follow directions

Teamwork

Record keeping

Fast-paced work

Math in measurements

English language

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2–4 years manufacturing/production experience

Certification/licence may be required

Job description

Swiss Premium Dairy in Lebanon, PA is seeking a Dairy Manufacturing Production Operator - Processing and Sanitation to perform a variety of line duties and operate processing equipment in a fast-paced dairy plant. You will also support sanitation, quality checks, and equipment readiness to ensure smooth production.

You will review process data, assist training, and help maintain GMP, food safety, and quality standards while working as part of a team in a dynamic manufacturing environment.