Retort Operator - 2pm Shift, Competitive Pay & Growth

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Schulenburg (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking an Operator to oversee retort systems and related processing equipment in Schulenburg, TX. The role requires following GMPs, monitoring safety checks, and coordinating with maintenance and QA teams to ensure product integrity.

Starting pay is $18.50 per hour with an increase to $23.66 after 90 days, plus a $0.50 per hour shift differential for a 2 PM start. EOE/AA/Disabled/Veteran friendly, apply online.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills with ability to use common software.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio and percentage.

Responsibilities

• Operates retorts and related systems, ensuring pumps, charts, steam and controls are functioning before startup.
• Monitors charts, meters, gauges, and safety checks during processing.
• Isolates product during deviations and informs supervisor/QA.
• Maintains GMPs and sanitation per DFA policies and regulatory requirements.
• Reports maintenance needs and assists maintenance staff when needed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking an Operator to oversee retort systems and related processing equipment in Schulenburg, TX. The role requires following GMPs, monitoring safety checks, and coordinating with maintenance and QA teams to ensure product integrity.

Starting pay is $18.50 per hour with an increase to $23.66 after 90 days, plus a $0.50 per hour shift differential for a 2 PM start. EOE/AA/Disabled/Veteran friendly, apply online.