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Dairy Farmers of America Automated Machinery Operator / Auto Pak - 3rd Shift in St. Albans, Vermont
Position : Automated Machinery Operator / Auto Pak - 3rd Shift
Location : St. Albans, Vermont
Requisition ID: : 26857
**Join DFA's production team at St. Albans. *
*SIGN ON BONUS - $1500
Premium benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, vacation.
Join a winning team! As the leading milk marketing cooperative and dairy foods processor in the United States, Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) consists of more than 13,000 family farm-owners and more than 20,000 employees. Our employees are dedicated to delivering wholesome dairy products from the family farm to family tables around the world, while continuously exploring ways to be more innovative and efficient. Our commitment to produce a safe, sustainable and traceable product starts with our farmer-owners and is carried throughout the entire supply chain. Our employees make a difference within our Cooperative and the community while delivering value to our members.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
General Purpose:
Produce a Quality Product
Start, Run, Shutdown packaging equipment
Able to operate all packaging and associated equipment with minimal out fo specification product
Perform all required Quality Checks
Complete all required logs
Maintain packaging and all associated equipment
Achieve all KPIs
Report and Document all machinery issues
Inspect all Raw Materials
Always maintain a clean, organized, and professional work area in accordance to 5S methodology.
Perform general housekeeping duties and Master Sanitation Schedule tasks as necessary
Minimize water usage and generation of wastewater with the scope of the position
Follow all Dairy Farmers of America GMP's and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory quality and sanitation requirements.
Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive
Exhibit the values and ethics of DFA through honesty, discretion, and sound judgement
Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity
Attend required training, including but not limited to, Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
Assist in the training and development of new operators
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.
Will need to complete pasteurization training.
Other duties may be assigned as required.
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or GED Preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of and proficient computer usage
Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Able to keep good records (record keeping skill)
Able to prepare and comprehend wash tags, shipping and receiving paperwork, laboratory procedures and reference, and state and federal regulations regarding the testing of dairy products; able to communicate with fellow employees
Able to take on the responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done
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
Must be able to read, write and speak English
Benefits:
DFA offers an excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision, fully funded pension and more.
EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran
An Equal Opportunity Employer