Dairy Production Tech III — Onsite, Union, $30+/hr

Thomas Talent Network; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Talent Network is seeking a Production Worker III for the Bellevue, WA dairy plant on a 90-day temp-to-perm contract. This onsite role pays up to $34/hr with Pasteurizer license and up to $30/hr without. Shifts include swing or grave; overtime possible.

Responsibilities include monitoring production, following SOPs, documenting per laws, and maintaining sanitation. Requires high school diploma and Dairy equipment experience; union onsite candidate expectations apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• With Pasteurizer License: 6–12 months operating pasteurization or dairy process equipment.
• Without Pasteurizer License: 12 months operating pasteurization or dairy process equipment.
• Ability to follow recipes, measurements and instructions accurately.
• Perform basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Physical stamina to stand/walk most of the shift and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience with pallet jacks and forklift.
• Safety-focused with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Closely monitor the dairy production process and follow SOPs for batching and processing products.
• Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees; report problems that may restrict production efficiency.
• Ensure all required information is documented per Federal, State, and Company laws/policies.
• Monitor fats, total solids, allergens, and related items in dairy processing.
• Maintain sanitation of equipment (CIP & hand cleaning); operate and clean equipment to maximize throughput and minimize downtime.
• Analyze process and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and all required work-safe practices.
• Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs, and food quality; report issues to management immediately.
• Maintain 5S standards and comply with company GMP standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Team-oriented

Safety-focused

Good communication

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jacks

Forklift operation

Pasteurizer license

Job description

Thomas Talent Network is seeking a Production Worker III for the Bellevue, WA dairy plant on a 90-day temp-to-perm contract. This onsite role pays up to $34/hr with Pasteurizer license and up to $30/hr without. Shifts include swing or grave; overtime possible.

Responsibilities include monitoring production, following SOPs, documenting per laws, and maintaining sanitation. Requires high school diploma and Dairy equipment experience; union onsite candidate expectations apply.