Position : Process Operator Receiving Department

Location : Middlebury Center, Pennsylvania

Requisition ID: : 26839

12am-8am

PAY RATE INSURANCE Medical,Dental,Vision $50.00 PER WEEK

Hire date - 20.40

6 MONTH- 20.90

1 YEAR- 21.40

Shift will be 4pm-12am

General Purpose:

Primary duties of this position include but not limited to fluid product receiving, product load out, pasteurization, separation, heat treatment, and reconstitution. Other operational duties include clean-in-place ( CIP), clean–out-of-place (COP) gaskets, master Sanitation, and other tasks in this area as assigned by supervisor.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform the duties required to maintain assigned area sanitary and clean

• Receive fluid products and check storage vessels

• Operate the milk separator in a manner that produces quality product in compliance with USDA regulations

• Operate the “Breddo” high shear mixer to produce reconstituted product

• Observe product flow into and out of storage vessels and respond to any problems such as leaks or burst lines

• Follow steps to ensure proper operation and perform daily, weekly, and monthly preventive maintenance of the equipment in the area

• Complete and maintain H.A.C.C.P record keeping, such as filling in charts and sanitation sheets

• Take samples of product in a sanitary fashion for lab testing

• Set up pipelines, valves, and hoses

• Follow all DFA GMP’S and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

• Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion and sound judgment

• Ensure safety and GMP policies and procedures are followed

• Obtain and maintain all certification and licenses that are required

• 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.

• Complete all classroom training and/or Dairy U Training

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to use and understand calculations used for weights

• Must be able to hook up hoses, change jumpers

• Must comprehend wash tags, shipping and receiving paperwork, and master sanitation schedule; must be able to communicate with trucks and fellow employees

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

• Able to identify problems, take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems, and implement recommended solutions

• Able to take on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done

• Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork and promptly share relevant information with others

• Able to adapt and manage to change effectively

• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision

• Able to maintain a positive “can do” outlook, rebound quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintain composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations

• Able to perform all functions and duties, as outlined, in a timely and efficient manner

• Able to contribute to the positive performance behaviors to achieve plant results

• Able to set an example for plant personnel with performance behaviors and willingness to learn and share information

• Must be able to read, write and speak English

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Production or general work experienced preferred

• 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