Processing Operator

Processing OperatorDairy Farmers of America is looking for highly dependable team players to join our staff as Processing Operators at our Mechanicsburg, PA facility. The key role of a Processing Operator is to process raw ingredients into a finished dairy product using industrial processing equipment.If you are fascinated by the process of industrial food & beverage manufacturing, are committed to supporting our reputation for excellent products, then this is the place for you and we are proud to offer you access to your wages on-demand, no need to wait for pay day.Shift: Night Shift (6:00pm-6:30am) Monday thru Wednesday OR Thursday thru Saturday + every other Sunday - depending on the business needs.Work 36 hours and get paid for 40 hours.Job Duties and Responsibilities:Operate equipment according to company and recipe standardsComprehend written instructions and recipes when putting together ingredients and starting a new batch of productsUtilize ingredients on a first in/first out basisPerform quality tests on ingredients when necessary and report any concerns to managementMaintain accurate production records that are written, and computer based. - Review charts, screens, quality check sheets and specifications that are in both hard copy and electronic formatMonitor machinery and adjust the controls for devices as neededReport, troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance repairs as they occurPerform cleaning and sanitation tasks as required to maintain plant equipment.Assist with training in functional area as neededFollow all DFA Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory quality, and sanitation requirementsMaintain a high level of safety and quality awareness and a high degree of urgencyAdhere to all safety policies and proceduresFoster teamwork consistent with our company and plant Mission, Vision, and Core ValuesOther duties as assigned by supervisorKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Completion of a high school diploma or GED programAble to read, write, and speak EnglishAbility to follow all appropriate safety standards in food productionKnowledge of basic math and reading comprehension skills1-3 years prior manufacturing experience preferred. Experience working in food production or in an industrial kitchen a plusKnowledge of quality assurance practices preferredAbility to learn and apply to plant environmentEffective communication skillsAbility to multi-taskSolid PC skillsSit down forklift experience preferredAn Equal Opportunity Employer Dairy Farmers of America