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Job Description

12am - 8am

PAY RATE

Hire date** **- 22.85 additional .50 for night shift differential

.50 every 6 months until you reach top rate of 24.85

Shift 12am-8am

Weekends and Holidays, Overtime

General Purpose:

Primary duties of this position include but not limited to fluid product receiving, product load out, pasteurization, separation, heat treatment, and reconstitution. Other operational duties include clean-in-place ( CIP), clean–out-of-place (COP) gaskets, master Sanitation, and other tasks in this area as assigned by supervisor.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Perform the duties required to maintain assigned area sanitary and clean

+ Receive fluid products and check storage vessels

+ Operate the milk separator in a manner that produces quality product in compliance with USDA regulations

+ Operate the “Breddo” high shear mixer to produce reconstituted product

+ Observe product flow into and out of storage vessels and respond to any problems such as leaks or burst lines

+ Follow steps to ensure proper operation and perform daily, weekly, and monthly preventive maintenance of the equipment in the area

+ Complete and maintain H.A.C.C.P record keeping, such as filling in charts and sanitation sheets

+ Take samples of product in a sanitary fashion for lab testing

+ Set up pipelines, valves, and hoses

+ Follow all DFA GMP’S and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

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

+ Ensure safety and GMP policies and procedures are followed

+ Obtain and maintain all certification and licenses that are required

+ 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.

+ Complete all classroom training and/or Dairy U Training

_Knowledge, Skills and Abilities_

+ Must be able to use and understand calculations used for weights

+ Must be able to hook up hoses, change jumpers

+ Must comprehend wash tags, shipping and receiving paperwork, and master sanitation schedule; must be able to communicate with trucks and fellow employees

+ Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

+ 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

+ Able to perform all functions and duties, as outlined, in a timely and efficient manner

+ Able to contribute to the positive performance behaviors to achieve plant results

+ Able to set an example for plant personnel with performance behaviors and willingness to learn and share information

+ Must be able to read, write and speak English

Requirements

+ **High school diploma or equivalent preferred**

+ Production or general work experience preferred

+ Able to follow directions and carry out instructions

+ Able to effectively work in a team environment

+ Able to legibly write entries for record keeping

+ Able to work in a fast-paced environment

+ Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

+ Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer

**Pay Range** $20.40 / hour