General Purpose:

This position can work in all areas of the facility from handling of ingredients, to batching, mixing and packaging of finished products on any of the production lines in the plant.

 

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handling and measuring ingredients for batching and ensuring proper measurements of each before adding to the batch
• Responsible for FIFO and keeping the warehouse and production floor organized
• This position will be trained in different aspects of the production lines and may be scheduled in any area as the production schedules and or supervisors dictate
• Assist in all areas of the facility to ensure plant efficiency and reduced downtime
• Inform management of production and equipment irregularities
• Perform general housekeeping duties and compliance with Master Sanitation Schedule tasks
• Promote team approach for plant operations. Work collaboratively with plant leadership to facilitate consistent best practices for production operations
• Provide support during the absence/unavailability of the team lead.  Includes but not limited to:
• Creation, review and closing of process orders
• Timely review and completion of production records
• Review of production status and adjustments based on changes to the schedule and downtime
• Communicate with the appropriate DFA personnel and plant management as situation dictates.
• Demonstrate safety program leadership through direct involvement with safety meetings, safety toolbox topics, safety observations, and daily promoting safety awareness

• Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment
• 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.