Powder Packaging Operator

Powder Packaging Operator

Darigold seeks a motivated Powder Packaging Operator to join our plant in Pasco, WA. As a member of the Operations team, this person should possess the desire and ability to contribute to the success of the plant. Our plants create nutritious products 24/7, 365 days a year – availability to work multiple shifts, including weekends and holidays is a must.

• Operate powder packaging, Tote/Bulk filler, palletizing, and associated equipment.
• Maintain efficiency and safety standards; contribute improvement ideas; work with a waste reduction mentality.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation of the equipment and work area in compliance with good manufacturing practices.
• Operate packaging equipment to achieve and maintain finished product weight results within target specifications.
• Perform quality and component tests on milk powders in accordance with company or regulatory guidelines.
• Validate proper settings on all weight scales and metal detectors.
• Sample finished products in accordance with Darigold’s Quality policy.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections.
• Ensure correct tagging and identification notifications on powder silos are recorded properly.
• Maintain accurate documentation and submit timely and accurate reports.
• Assist with training new personnel.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow all company safety, working, and Good Manufacturing Practice policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Due to the nature of products produced and customer requirements, the powder packaging area is a hi‑care area requiring multiple clothes and shoe changes throughout the shift.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1 year production experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision in a fast‑paced environment.
• Work with others to achieve team goals.
• Must be available for multiple shifts in a 24/7 environment.
• Maintain high attendance standards and be trusted with high responsibility.
• Capable of heavy lifting (up to 55 pounds) and stand for extended periods.
• Able to work all shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Stand/walk for twelve or more hours based on production finish.
• Climb stairs.
• Monitor several concurrent processes simultaneously is critical to success.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and quality.
• Respond to variances in the process.
• Obtain and maintain certifications for equipment operations and any regulatory agency requirements.

• Previous dairy processing or food manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, mechanical skills desirable.
• Strong computer experience for reporting and HMI screen management.
• Ability to organize and analyze process problems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, strong computer skills.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Processes.

$23.13 – $25.79

• Employer 401K contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
• Employer paid life & disability coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Education assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Community giving through matching donations
• Access to great dairy products & employee butter purchase program

We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer and an affirmative action employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

As a condition of employment, applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass a pre‑employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result, and confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E‑Verify. Please follow the links for details, English/Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement (English/Spanish).

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