Automated Machinery Operator / Auto Pak - 2nd Shift
Dean Foods

Job Title

Automated Machinery Operator / Auto Pak - 2nd ShiftLocation

St. Albans, VermontDescription

**Join DFA's production team at St. Albans. *

*SIGN ON BONUS - $2500

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.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED Preferred
• 2 year applied science degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, or microbiology preferred.
• 1 year of experience in a food laboratory
• Within six months, the Lab Technician must be provisionally approved for antibiotic testing by the Vermont State certifying officer

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to use laboratory apparatus,and office automation equipment
• Must be able to use and understand calculations used for laboratory analysis
• 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
Pay Range

$23.10 or $24.60/hour

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