Dryer Operator Nights 4p-4a

Dairy Farmers of America; Minnesota; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a Dryer Operator to run the dryer equipment and manage process controls. The role requires maintaining the dryer area, recording production data, and ensuring labels and codes are correct.

The position emphasizes adherence to GMP and safety standards, sanitation, and proper waste handling, with training provided to maintain high-quality cheese production standards.

Qualifications

• Be able to work a full 12-hour shift.
• Physically handle the duties assigned, including cleaning.
• Learn the theory of operating and cleaning procedures and practices involved in the operation and equipment of the position, including any new operations and equipment assigned by management.
• Work proficiently, neatly and accurately at the speeds required.
• Perform the job duties resulting in a high-quality product.
• Perform necessary routine cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Perform work independently as required.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Operate the dryer and process controls as trained.
• Maintain and clean the dryer, towers, and surrounding areas.
• Record daily production data and proper codes and labels.
• Collect product samples and ensure product meets specifications.
• Adhere to GMP, sanitation standards, and safety rules.
• Communicate shift recap to the next operator.
• Attend required safety, GMP, HACCP, SQF training and apply learnings.

Skills

Shift work

Physical fitness

Reading and writing English

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

General Purpose

The Dryer Operator is responsible for the operation of all dryer equipment and all process controls associated with these processes.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively operate the dryer as defined in training and by management
• Maintain top of dryer (pick up clamps, gaskets, pipes, etc.)
• Maintain tower area and ground floor (clean, sanitary, put away when not in use)
• Manage shut downs between products and before wash ups
• Record all powder on daily production sheets
• Ensure rerun is recorded
• Assure proper coding
• Verify labels for accuracy
• Collect product samples
• Fire control
• Manage waste
• Monitor equipment for abuse, break-down, etc.
• Ensure product meets customer specifications
• Communicate shift recap to oncoming operator
• Prevent cheese from falling on floor
• Maintain operating records
• SAP/data entry
• Understands and maintains the highest level of GMP and sanitation standards possible
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment
• Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity
• Attend required training, including but not limited to, Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
• Perform other work as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Be able to work a full 12-hour shift
• Physically handle the duties assigned, including cleaning
• Learn the theory of operating and cleaning procedures and practices involved in the operation and equipment of the position, including any new operations and equipment assigned by management
• Work proficiently, neatly and accurately at the speeds required
• Perform the job duties resulting in a high-quality product
• Perform necessary routine cleaning and preventive maintenance
• Perform work independently as required
• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer