Milk Receiving Technician - 24/7 Plant Shifts

Darigold, Inc.; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Life & Disability

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Darigold in Pasco, WA is seeking a motivated Milk Receiver to join our plant's Operations team. This role supports 24/7 production and requires flexibility to work multiple shifts, including weekends and holidays.

You will handle receiving bulk milk and cream, monitor the Milk Receiving process, perform sanitation, and document measurements and quality tests. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential to maintain safe, high‑quality product output.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1 year production experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Work with others to achieve team goals.
• Must be available for multiple shifts in a 24/7 environment.
• Must maintain high attendance standards and be trusted with high responsibility.
• Must be capable of heavy lifting (up to 55 pounds) and stand for extended periods.
• Able to work all shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to stand/walk for twelve or more hours based on production finish.
• Must be able to climb stairs.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain certifications in Receiving, Antibiotic Testing, CHARM testing and any other regulatory agency requirements

Responsibilities

• Receiving and loading out all bulk milk and cream shipments in an efficient and safe way manner.
• Tending the Milk Receiving process from Tanker to Silo
• Handling, moving, connecting, disconnecting, cleaning, and inspecting receiving bay and the equipment servicing the bay.
• Computing weights and measurements and recording information relative to amounts received.
• Performs CIP and sanitation of the intake area and associated silos; maintains organization of the work area; and performs ongoing cleaning and preventative maintenance tasks in compliance with good manufacturing practices.
• Ensuring appropriate handling of bulk milk product into the system, verifying the type and source farm/carrier of the incoming raw product.
• Performing Quality Tests on Raw Milk in accordance with company or regulatory guidelines
• Ensures that tagging and identifying notifications on tanks are correct and recorded properly.
• Maintaining accurate documentation as required
• Assist with training new personnel.
• Submits timely and accurate reports.
• Maintains clean work area.
• Follow all company safety, working, and Good Manufacturing Practice policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Shift flexibility

Attendance

Teamwork

Stand long hours

Stair climbing

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Darigold in Pasco, WA is seeking a motivated Milk Receiver to join our plant's Operations team. This role supports 24/7 production and requires flexibility to work multiple shifts, including weekends and holidays.

You will handle receiving bulk milk and cream, monitor the Milk Receiving process, perform sanitation, and document measurements and quality tests. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential to maintain safe, high‑quality product output.