Production Operator

dfa; Missouri; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) is seeking a motivated production operator in Missouri to support manufacturing, packaging and distribution of powdered dairy products. You will follow GMP, safety and quality standards in a production facility while handling equipment and records.

Responsibilities include assembling, operating and disassembling equipment, using a forklift and scale, keeping areas clean, reading batch records, and completing required compliance documentation.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and comprehend manufacturing paperwork.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to GMP basics.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, operate, and disassemble equipment and machinery.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment per cleaning specs.
• Operate a forklift, chain hoist and industrial scale.
• Read, comprehend and follow manufacturing instructions, batch records and production schedules.
• Completion of regulatory compliance documentation as needed.
• Sample finished product for laboratory testing.
• Follow all DFA GMP, safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Attend required training (GMP, HACCP, SQF) as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

General Purpose:

Responsible for multiple aspects of the processes of manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of powdered dairy products in a production facility following all sanitation, safety, and good manufacturing practices.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assemble, operate, and disassemble equipment and machinery


• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment while adhering to various cleaning process specifications, including the safe utilization of chemicals


• Operate a forklift, chain hoist and industrial scale


• Walk, bend, and stand for the duration of a scheduled shift, up to 12 hours


• Read, comprehend and follow manufacturing instructions, batch records and production schedules


• Completion of regulatory compliance documentation as needed


• Sample finished product for laboratory testing


• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements


• Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgement


• Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity


• Attend required training, including but not limited to, Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)


• 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

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required


• Previous manufacturing experience preferred


• Ability to perform basic tasks using a computer


• Ability to work independently and in a team environment


• Excellent written and oral communication skills


• Ability to follow written and verbal directions


• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively


• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans