Machine Operator - Blowmold

Dairy Farmers of America; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No Cost Health, Dental & Vision

Pension benefit

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Dairy Farms, a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America, is hiring Machine Operators. The role offers a starting rate of $32.10 per hour with overtime opportunities and a yearly pension benefit up to $6,240.

Company-provided health, dental and vision coverage are included, along with comprehensive benefits. Responsibilities include monitoring lines, operating bagger/debagger stations, maintaining equipment, training peers, and ensuring safety and SOP compliance in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Able to pass pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks.
• Capable of pushing, pulling, standing, walking, climbing, crouching and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work in a wet environment.
• May be exposed to dust, fumes and cleaning chemicals.
• Willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles.
• Operate bagger and debagger stations.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs of blowmold equipment.
• Train others on blowmold operations.
• Maintain open communication with other departments and management regarding problems to improve efficiency.
• Ensure all information is documented per SOPs.
• Analyze process and equipment data to improve quality and throughput.

Job description

Lehigh Valley Dairy Farms is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America - a cooperative of more than 12,500 family farm owners. When you join us, you're not just maintaining equipment. You're helping deliver fresh, wholesome dairy from family farms to families everywhere.

Come make a difference that matters

OUR MACHINE OPERATORS FOR THIS POSITION:

• $32.10/Hour starting rate (+OT opportunity)
• Up to $6,240 yearly pension benefit
• No Cost Health, Dental & Vision

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision: Comprehensive company-sponsored health coverage for you and your family.
• Paid time off: Vacation and Holidays
• Career Development: Certifications and training - we invest in your growth
• Promote from Within: We develop our own talent first - real advancement for people who show up.
• Safety Shoes & Uniforms: Company-provided - no out-of-pocket cost to you
• Employee Referral Program: Earn rewards when someone you refer joins the team.
• Safety Shoes & Uniforms: Company-provided, no out-of-pocket cost

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles
• Operate bagger and debagger stations
• Troubleshoot and implement minor repairs of blowmold equipment
• Train others on blowmold operations
• Maintain open communication with other departments, management, and employees to notify of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict efficiency
• Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's
• Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimal
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
• Must be able to push, pull, stand, walk, climb, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to be able to work in a wet environment
• May have some exposure to dust, fumes and cleaning chemicals
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans