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Job Description

This position will jockey trucks approximately 25% of the time, the remainder of the time the employee will work as a Receiver.

General Purpose:

Perform operations including but not limited to fluid product receiving, product load out, and product supply or transfer to production processes. Other operational duties include movement of trailers, clean-in-place (CIP) and clean--out-of-place (COP) equipment and master sanitation.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Perform duties required to assure that assigned area is sanitary and clean.

+ Receive fluid products, check storage vessels, observe product flow into and out of storage vessels, and respond to any problems.

+ Follow steps to insure proper operation and perform periodic preventive maintenance of equipment in the area.

+ Prepare and comprehend wash tags, shipping and receiving paperwork, and master sanitation schedule.

+ Complete and maintain Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) record keeping such as completing charts and sanitation sheets.

+ Collect product samples in a sanitary method for lab testing.

+ Prepare equipment (i.e. tanks, silos, valves, and hoses) for production needs according to daily production plan.

+ Transport trucks and trailers for loading and repairs, as necessary.

+ Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive.

+ Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) 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.

+ 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).

+ 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.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

_Education and Experience_

+ High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

+ 1 year of manufacturing experience

+ 1 year of recent tractor/trailer driving experience

+ Certification and/or License -- Able to obtain Sampler's Certification within 90 days of employment; current Pennsylvania commercial driver's license; have or able to obtain tanker endorsement within 90 days; and be Department of Transportation (DOT) compliant

+ **_Knowledge, Skills and Abilities_**

+ Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems, specifically SAP

+ Knowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirements

+ Skill in proficient computer usage

+ Skill in written and oral communication

+ Able to use and understand calculations, production rates and fluid inventories

+ Able to prepare and comprehend evaporator logs and master sanitation schedule

+ Able to perform routine machine adjustments

+ Able to use and understand calculations for weights

+ Able to physically complete required tasks

+ Able to contribute to the positive performance behaviors through personal example

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

+ Able to be proactive in seeking solutions

+ Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork

+ Able to follow directions and meet deadlines

+ Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems

+ Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures

+ Able to interpret and apply company policies

+ Able to adapt and manage to change effectively

+ Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision

+ Able to take initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities

+ Able to read, write, and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer

**Pay Range** $21.79/ hour