• Line 1 - Mid Shift - Retort Operator

    Dairy Farmers of America (Schulenburg, TX)


    Job Description

    General Purpose:

    Operates the Retorts and all related functions.

    Job Duties and Responsibilities:

    + Ensures all systems i.e. pumps, power, charts, steam, retorts, etc., are functioning correctly prior to startup.

    + Monitors all charts, meters, gauges, thermometers, chlorine, ozone checks, and related equipment during processing.

    + Aids Retort Assistant when necessary.

    + Follows the Filed Operating Process at all times.

    + Isolates product when a deviation or hold from Filed Operating Process occurs, and informs management and QC.

    + Manipulates retorting systems manually, such as valves, when automatic systems fail.

    + Monitors temperature of Hydrocooler pasteurizer, clears jars from Hydrocooler exit and surge table during hot fill production.

    + Reports maintenance issues as they occur and submits work orders when necessary.

    + Notifies Supervisor of any mechanical or process malfunctions as they occur.

    + Maintains control and segregation of product with deviations and holds.

    + Sanitizes loaders/unloaders, conveyor systems, floors, etc., during changeovers.

    + Runs water ballasts in the retorts during hot fill production to ensure that retort issues are caught before product processing begins.

    + Monitors Cooling Tower pumps

    + Operates loaders, unloaders, and shuttle car functions when necessary.

    + Utilize scanners or thin client units to make SAP transaction for the purpose of maintain accurate inventory levels and ensuring reliable product traceability.

    + Assist Maintenance personnel when a Retort is down by performing test runs with water ballasts to ensure Retort is back on line as soon as possible.

    + Follows all DFA Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory quality, and sanitation requirements.

    + Performs items on Master Sanitation lists when production is not running and when running Hot Fill.

    + Handles cleaning chemicals in a safe manner utilizing safety equipment such as gloves, eyewear, etc.

    + Maintain safe environment and perform other duties in a safe manner at all times.

    + Assist in training new operator.

    + Ability to function in a team based structure and positively contribute to team based efforts.

    + Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

     

    Shift Hours - 12:30PM - 8:30PM - MONDAY - FRIDAYS / SATURDAYS POSSIBLE BASED ON DEMAND

     

    Starting Pay - $18.50 / Increase to $22.97 @ 90 Days

    Requirements

    EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

    + High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

    + Basic computer skills

    + Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

    + Ability to compute rate, ratio and percentage.

    + Perform necessary routine cleaning and preventive maintenance

    + Knowledge with machines, tools, equipment and Lock Out/Tag Out.

    + Effective Communication - Verbal & Written