Line Operator

* All candidates MUST have prior experience operating production equipment in a food processing facility - dairy preferred

Demonstrate proficiency in more than one process and equipment to perform various operator roles in the plant production environment.

• * 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

• * 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 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

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans