Production Operator

Empire Livestock LLC.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) is hiring for a manufacturing associate to support powder production, packaging, and distribution. The role involves operating and maintaining equipment, adhering to GMP and safety standards, and supporting quality testing and documentation.

The position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, team collaboration, and basic computer skills. The role emphasizes adherence to DFA safety and sanitation policies, participation in training, and maintaining a clean, compliant

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively and operate basic computer tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, operate, and disassemble equipment and machinery.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment per GMP, safety and sanitation standards.
• Operate a forklift, chain hoist and industrial scale.
• Read, comprehend and follow production schedules and batch records.
• Complete regulatory compliance documentation when needed.
• Sample finished product for laboratory testing.
• Follow DFA GMP policies and report any nonconformities.
• Attend required safety, GMP, HACCP, and SQF trainings.

Skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Team and independent work

Follow written and verbal directions

Read/Write/Speak English

Manufacturing experience preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Company

Dairy Farmers of America

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

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

Pay Range

$23.18-$23.88

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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