Milk Plant Shift Relief Operator - Multiskill Coverage

Publix Super Markets; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

Stock purchase plan

401(k) retirement savings

Group health, dental and vision plans

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Free hot lunches

Job summary

Publix Super Markets in Lakeland, FL is seeking associates to relieve roles across the milk processing plant during vacations. Responsibilities include processing fluids, maintaining sanitation, and supporting ice-cream mix production.

You will cover shifts, operate forklifts after licensing, and contribute to training and safety compliance in a fast-paced production environment. Prior GMP awareness is valued; reliable attendance is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with GMPs.
• Must obtain license and operate forklift.
• Must demonstrate safe working habits.
• Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds frequently.
• Must work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have good human relations skills and be a team player.
• Must work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
• Must have excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Must have excellent safety work habits.
• Must assist other team members in other areas.
• Must perform steady and productive work for an extended period.
• Must work with minimal supervision.
• Must follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Must communicate effectively.
• Must show enthusiasm and pride in work.
• Must show commitment to Publix and our mission.

Responsibilities

• Relieve positions in processing, receiving and sanitation during vacations.
• Maintain housekeeping.
• Process of fluid milk and juice.
• Process mix for ice cream.
• Produce slurries for ice cream.
• CIP’ing lines and tanks.
• Receiving of fluid tankers.
• Provide coverage for training, meetings or cutting overtime.
• Assist with training of new associates as directed by leadership.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Mathematical skills

Effective communication

Flexible shifts

Punctuality

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Publix Super Markets in Lakeland, FL is seeking associates to relieve roles across the milk processing plant during vacations. Responsibilities include processing fluids, maintaining sanitation, and supporting ice-cream mix production.

You will cover shifts, operate forklifts after licensing, and contribute to training and safety compliance in a fast-paced production environment. Prior GMP awareness is valued; reliable attendance is essential.