Powder Packaging Operator

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world. Nestled in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, our Tipton facility manufactures a diverse range of products, including milk powder, butter, nutritional powders, and processed fluids.

We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California!

Our commitment to CDI employees:

We believe in valuing our team with a total rewards package that goes beyond the basics. You'll find we offer competitive pay and incentive programs designed to recognize and reward your contributions.
Competitive medical,dental, and vision benefits
, generous paid time off, sick days & holidays
, retirement plans designed to secure your future. We don't stop there. We've also cultivated a variety of valuable programs focused on your personal well-being and professional growth
, ensuring you have the support you need to both inside and outside of work.

The powder packaging operator must be able to operate all functions of the Ava Pac filler, carousel, bagger sealer, bulk filler, metal detector, palletizer area and all operation connected with powder packaging, including the bulk powder filler.

Essential Functions

• Set up all equipment and supplies as necessary.
• Check and verify all codes, labels, weights, and packaging.
• Responsible for training designated personnel in all facets of powder packaging.
• Responsible for verifying that the correct product is being packaged within packaging specifications.
• Responsible for reading a computer printout and follow a designated schedule.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and neat work area.
• Responsible for bagging a variety of powder products.
• Responsible for changing, maintaining and checking weights to the powder system to stay in company standards.
• Responsible for cleaning the bulker lines, frame and palletizer.
• Responsible for cleaning the carousel stainless and food surfaces.
• Responsible for cleaning ante room dust collector area, floor and rails.
• Responsible for cleaning bulker and Ava Pak cabinets.
• Responsible for cleaning bulker and Ava Pak ducting and vents.
• Must be able to safely operate forklift and put away pallets.
• Responsible for pulling powder samples for lab testing.
• Responsible for CCP and “Corrective Action.”
• Responsible for the adjustments to the powder packaging equipment that will ensure maximum production without compromising quality.
• Must notify foreperson or supervisor immediately in the event that standards are not being met as well as any damage, irregular activity or unsafe conditions concerning equipment.
• Required to climb stairs, ladders and work in confined spaces.
• Employee will be subject to temperatures ranging from 50 degrees F to 130 degrees
  
  F.
• Assist with break and lunch relief as needed.
• Responsible for training new hires and employees as needed.
• Responsible for all work being done in a timely fashion and done properly.
• Required to climb stairs, ladders and work in confined spaces.
• Employee will be subject to temperatures ranging from 30 degrees F to 130 degrees
  
  F.
• Must have the ability to get along with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors, and employees in accordance with the company policies and working rules while ensuring a harmonious and conducive work environment.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance at work.
• Complete all paperwork neatly and correctly.
• Responsible for keeping all floors, walls, equipment, and pipes clean.
• Support and enforce SQF / QA, GMP, Safety policies and procedures, and production needs. “Food Safety and Quality” are the responsibilities of this position.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with…