Production Operator

Darigold; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation, sick and holidays

Pension contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Pay rate: $29.14/hour - $36.43/hour

Job summary

Darigold is seeking a Production Operator for our Issaquah Plant to join the Operations team. This full-time, hourly union position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced dairy plant with varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

You will follow leads, perform GMP-compliant production tasks, run CIP tests, document data, and report issues. The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and a strong safety culture in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced industrial setting is preferred.
• Ability to follow GMP procedures and safety rules.
• Willingness to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Comfort with using sanitation chemicals and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Follow instructions from leads and supervisors.
• Run production processes and perform CIP-related chemical tests.
• Document production data clearly and accurately.
• Report mechanical issues to supervision and maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow QA practices.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Multitasking

Job description

Darigold is seeking an experienced and motivated Production Operator to join the team at our Issaquah Plant. As a member of the Operations team, the Production Operator should possess the desire and ability to contribute to the success of the plant. Our plants create nutritious products 24/7, 365 days a year so availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays, is a must! The ideal candidate for this role excels in a fast-paced environment and can handle multiple repetitive tasks. You will have a strong attention to detail and are committed to producing high quality product. You also enjoy working with others to achieve team goals but can work independently without direct supervision in a union environment. This is a full-time hourly union position.

Darigold is the fifth largest dairy cooperative in the United States based on milk volume and one of the largest privately held organizations headquartered in the state of Washington. Since 1918, our producers have taken pride in producing dairy products with unsurpassed quality. Today we are one of the nation's largest agricultural cooperatives, producing over 8.5 billion pounds of milk every year. Through innovative technology and our efficient, flexible production capabilities, we deliver value-added products and customer-driven solutions. Darigold is now known throughout the world for bringing fresh, wholesome dairy products and ingredients from the Northwest to people all around the globe.

What You Will Do

• Follow instructions from leads/supervisors.
• Follow all procedures and clean up including GMPs.
• Run chemical tests on all CIPs.
• Document all production data clearly and accurately.
• Keep supervisors and Maintenance informed of any mechanical issues.
• Inspect the equipment prior to setting up for production, during production, during CIP and report possible mechanical deficiencies.
• Must be able to complete all QA checks and documentation accurately.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Ability to work with required sanitation chemicals.
• Ability to utilize professional methods of communication within the butter department to create a positive environment.
• Complete PMs and other environmental tasks as assigned.
• Follow and comply with Safety and Quality Assurance practices.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by leads/supervisors/managers.
• Days off subject to change.

What You Will Bring

• Ability to frequently lift 55 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to follow all clean up procedures.
• A self-motivator with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to communicate and work well with others and management.
• Proven ability to maintain professionalism, while managing multiple competing tasks in a high volume, fast paced, time sensitive environment.
• High level of organizational skills.
• Excellent attendance and work performance.
• Understanding and adherence to all GMPs.
• Ability to work overtime when necessary.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to conduct business in a manner consistent with Darigold mission, values, policies and our Code of Conduct.

Benefits Of Working At Darigold

We understand that, as an employee, benefits that support you and your family are important. We’re proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package that includes:

Specific contract per location and role will be provided upon request:

• Health and Wellness benefits
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pay rate: $29.14/hour - $36.43/hour depending on skills and experience
• Premium pay for off shifts (night, swing) and vacation relief (where applicable)

Our Commitment To Diversity

Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affiantive Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify - please follow the links for details, English / Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement, English / Spanish.