Production Operator — GMP, Quality Focus, 12‑hr Shifts

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

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