Operations Relief Operator

Our Production Relief Operator for this position can make up to $24.96 per hour

Perform proficiently in different aspects of multiple plant duties. Provide relief in jobs and learn duties of production, packaging, sanitation, and other roles assigned.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Perform a variety of line duties within the manufacturing environment to include highly skilled / senior-level processing, machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Blend/Filler/CIP/Retort/ Evaporator/Pasteurizer operators). This may include troubleshooting and performing minor maintenance repairs

· Review process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot

· Assist with training efforts in functional area as needed

· Review charts, screens, quality check sheets, and specifications that are in both hard copy and electronic format

· Engage in problem solving to assist in improving production, safety, quality, and yields

· Ensure operational efficiencies by positioning work, setting up of jobs, adjusting and operating equipment for proper functions and manufacturing of product

· Perform quality monitoring of statistical information and report on variations to supervisor and lab

· Inspect and identify any issues and perform preventative maintenance when needed

· Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately

· Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

· Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

· 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

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 2 to 4 years of manufacturing/production experience needed, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Able to follow directions and carry out instructions
• Able to effectively work in a team environment
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans