Mid-Shift Dryer Operator

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Perform a variety of line duties within the manufacturing environment to include processing, machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Palletizer, Blend/Filler/CIP/Mix/Packaging/Loader operators). This may include troubleshooting and performing minor maintenance repairs

· Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment on the production line

· Ensure that the proper materials are used for each product being produced

· Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks

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

· Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks as required to maintain plant equipment; complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run

· Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed

· Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties

· Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

· Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's

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

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

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

· 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

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· High school diploma or equivalent

· 1 to 3 years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry

· Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· Knowledge of plant operations

· Proficiency with company computer systems

· Able to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories

· Able to work independently and as part of a team

· Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

· Able to work in a fast-paced environment

· Able to follow directions and meet deadlines

· Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems

· Able to perform task and duties under general supervision

· 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

REPORTING TO THIS POSITION

· None

BACKUP SUPPORT TO POSITION(S)

· N/A

TRAVEL

☒ No travel required

☐ 5%-15% (1-3 times per year)

☐ 15%-25% (1-2 times per quarter)

☐ 25%-50% (up to 1 week per month)

☐ 50%-75% (up to 2 weeks per month)

☐ 75%-100% (3+ weeks per month)

SCOPE INFORMATION

· N/A

JOB PROFILE CREATED BY

· HQ Human Resources

Original: January 2023

Revised:

See last page for Physical Demands

DFA PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Place an “X” in the appropriate response

Never 0% of shift Occasional 1-33% of shift Frequent 34-66% of shift Constant 67-100% of shift

Physical Demands

Sit

Stand

Walk

Grasp, handle, twist or type

Reach (forward or overhead)

Climb (stairs or ladder)

Squatting, kneeling or bending

Push/pull

Crawling

Driving a vehicle

Lifting/Carrying

Up to 10 pounds

Up to 25 pounds

Up to 55 pounds

Up to 75 pounds

75-100 pounds

Work Environment

Use of chemicals

Must maintain a constant state of alertness

Outdoor weather conditions

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

Refrigerated temps (non-weather) < 40°

Elevated heat (non-weather) > 95°

Noise > 80 decibels

Dust

Fumes

Ability to work around dairy/food products

Work in tight or narrow spaces

Working in, around & over lines/obstacles

Ability to work with limited supervision

Typical office environment

Typical manufacturing environment

Typical farm/livestock environment

Typical lab environment

Sensory Demands (Check all that apply)

☐ Verbal Communication ☐ Touch ☐ Smell ☐ Hear ☐ Read ☐ Taste ☐ Write

Vision (Check all that apply)

☐ Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

☐ Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

☐ Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish color)

☐ Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed

on a given point)

☐ Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans