Plant Foreperson

Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest LLC (CDFSW); Littlefield (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental insurance

Paid holidays & vacation

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Select Milk Producers in Texas is seeking a hands-on dairy processing operator to support receiving, separators, pasteurizer, butter operations, evaporators, dryer, and packaging. You will run equipment, perform cleaning, and document procedures while maintaining a clean, sanitary work area.

Required are a High School diploma or GED, and the ability to obtain a Forklift Operator License and a Sampler’s License.

Qualifications

• Leadership and teamwork skills required to guide operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Commitment to safety procedures and GMP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operation of receiving, separators, HTSTs, evaporators, load outs, butter operation, warehouse, dryer and powder packaging.
• Monitor chemical use during cleanup and CIP logs.
• Maintain sanitation and records; ensure safety and GMP adherence.
• Inform and coordinate with other departments on run conditions and changes.
• Assist with sampling of hourly condensates and products as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Team coaching

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Select Milk Producers is one of the nation’s largest and most progressive dairy cooperatives, with 32 wholly owned subsidiaries, 8 processing plants, and 8 joint ventures including Continental Dairy Facilities, Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest, Mill Haven Foods, Select Custom Solutions, GreenLink and Select Services. With over 800 employees, the Select Milk family of companies impacts all aspects of the dairy farm business and at the heart of our family of companies, is you. "We strive to go above and beyond what’s expected in providing for our families, leading our employees, caring for our land and animals, serving our customers, producing quality milk, and serving one another. This commitment is more than our business, it’s in our culture and our character. We believe in being accountable, in doing what’s right, in performing at our best, in setting a higher standard."

Select Milk Producers and its subsidiaries offer an attractive compensation and a best-in-class benefits package that includes but is not limited medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more that can be tailored for you and your family. Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) up to 6% company match, life and disability insurance, and paid holidays & vacation. We are proud to promote an equal employment opportunity workplace.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

Support operation of receiving, separators, cream pasteurizer, butter operation, evaporators, dryer, and packaging operation. Operations include running of equipment, cleaning of equipment, completion of necessary paperwork in a clear concise manner, and maintaining work area in a clean sanitary condition at all times. Assist in training new personnel in the proper operation of all equipment. Enforce and ensure company policies and safety procedures are adhered to.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support daily operation of receiving raw products, separators, HTST’s, evaporators, load outs, butter operation, warehouse, dryer and powder packaging.
• Monitor chemical use during cleanup, CIP logs, and maintain proper rotation of products.
• Be inspection ready: Have all air blows and foot baths changed daily, have floors and drains cleaned and review master sanitation logs. Have recording charts in proper conditions and inform management as needed.
• Inform other departments of necessary changes or run conditions and report to Supervisor any problems encountered, and then follow any further instructions from management.
• Occasionally check product silos, evaporators and tankers for proper CIP.
• Assist in the proper sampling of hourly condensed skim, cream, and powder samples as required.
• Report violations of company policies, procedures, and working rules to a Supervisor.
• Assist with servicing of pumps and valves when need and/or per preventative maintenance schedule.
• Report immediately to Supervisor of any damage, irregular activity, or unsafe conditions concerning the equipment.
• Follow all safety, work, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) rules.
• Support departments short staffed, Receiving, Evap, Dryer, Ava-pak, Butter, Butter Packaging, and Warehouse.
• Support plant operations and Quality in troubleshooting quality concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position has no employee supervisory responsibilities in discipline, hiring, and firing.
• If there are employee problems, you are to report them to a Supervisor or Plant Superintendent.
• Have the responsibility of calling in employees if needed to cover a shift.
• Responsible for supporting plant operations, supervision, and reporting on the processes above.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must work in a safe, efficient manner and follow all safety procedures including the use of safety equipment.
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot small problems, and be able to discern when issues may require input form levels of authority within the corporation.
• Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.
• Proficient in verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership, team development, coaching, and/or teaching experience.
• Must be able to operate the equipment efficiently.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• A High School diploma, General Education Degree (GED), or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess or be able to acquire a Forklift Operator License and a Sampler’s License.

As you pour milk over your cereal or add it your coffee, do you ever stop and think where does it come from? I know, silly question — cows! But have you ever thought further, like where do these cows live? How are they treated? Select Milk Producers, Inc. takes that guesswork out. You can rest assured that the more than 10 billion pounds of milk that Select Milk produces each year comes from innovative sustainable farming and extraordinary animal care and comfort. Select Milk formed in 1994 out of a desire by a group of family dairy producers to develop a national footprint for the perfect milk. Founded on honesty, trust, and quality, Select Milk believes in providing their customers with the highest quality fresh milk and doesn’t settle for anything less. Select Milk believes in operating all aspects of their business with the highest standards, including its cooperative of 99 family dairy farm members. "We strive to go above and beyond what’s expected in providing for our families, leading our employees, caring for our land and animals, serving our customers, producing quality milk, and serving one another. This commitment is more than our business, it’s in our culture and our character. We believe in being accountable, in doing what’s right, in performing at our best, in setting a higher standard."