RETORT OPERATOR - MID SHIFT - PACKAGING

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

Operates the Retorts and all related functions.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures all systems i.e. pumps, power, charts, steam, retorts, etc., are functioning correctly prior to startup.
• Monitors all charts, meters, gauges, thermometers, chlorine, ozone checks, and related equipment during processing.
• Aids Retort Assistant when necessary.
• Follows the Filed Operating Process at all times.
• Isolates product when a deviation or hold from Filed Operating Process occurs, and informs management and QC.
• Manipulates retorting systems manually, such as valves, when automatic systems fail.
• Monitors temperature of Hydrocooler pasteurizer, clears jars from Hydrocooler exit and surge table during hot fill production.
• Reports maintenance issues as they occur and submits work orders when necessary.
• Notifies Supervisor of any mechanical or process malfunctions as they occur.
• Maintains control and segregation of product with deviations and holds.
• Runs water ballasts in the retorts during hot fill production to ensure that retort issues are caught before product processing begins.
• Monitors Cooling Tower pumps
• Operates loaders, unloaders, and shuttle car functions when necessary.
• Utilize scanners or thin client units to make SAP transaction for the purpose of maintain accurate inventory levels and ensuring reliable product traceability.
• Assist Maintenance personnel when a Retort is down by performing test runs with water ballasts to ensure Retort is back on line as soon as possible.
• Follows all DFA Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Performs items on Master Sanitation lists when production is not running and when running Hot Fill.
• Handles cleaning chemicals in a safe manner utilizing safety equipment such as gloves, eyewear, etc.
• Maintain safe environment and perform other duties in a safe manner at all times.
• Assist in training new operator.
• Ability to function in a team based structure and positively contribute to team based efforts.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Starting Pay - $18.50 / Increase to $23.66 @ 90 Days

.50/HOUR SHIFT DIFF WITH SHIFTS STARTING AT 2PM

Requirements

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio and percentage.
• Perform necessary routine cleaning and preventive maintenance
• Knowledge with machines, tools, equipment and Lock Out/Tag Out.

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