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Dairy Farmers of America Process Operator Receiving Department in Middlebury Center, Pennsylvania

Reference #: 28848 12am-8am 4p-12a PAY RATE Hire date-  22.85  additional .50 for night shift differential .50 every 6 months until you reach top rate of 24.85

Shift  4pm-12am Shift 12a-8am 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

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