Job Information
Dairy Farmers of America Process Operator Receiving Department in Middlebury Center, Pennsylvania
Position : Process Operator Receiving Department
Location : Middlebury Center, Pennsylvania
Requisition ID: : 26289
12am-8am
PAY RATE INSURANCE Medical,Dental,Vision $50.00 PER WEEK
Hire date - 20.40
6 MONTH- 20.90
1 YEAR- 21.40
Shift will be 4pm-12am
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
Travel:
(Click on the appropriate box)
☒No travel required
☐5%-15% (1-3 times per year)
☐15%-25% (1-2 times per quarter)
☐25%-50% (up to 1 week per month)
☐50%-75% (up to 2 weeks per month)
☐75%-100% (3+ weeks per month)
DFA Physical Demands and Work Environment
Place an “X” in the appropriate response
Never
0% of shift
Occasional
1-33% of shift
Frequent
34-66% of shift
Constant
67-100% of shift
Physical Demands
Sit
X
Stand
X
Walk
X
Grasp, handle, twist or type
X
Reach (forward or overhead)
X
Climb (stairs or ladder)
X
Squatting, kneeling or bending
X
Push/pull
X
Crawling
X
Driving a vehicle
X
Lifting/Carrying
Up to 10 pounds
Up to 25 pounds
Up to 55 pounds
X
Up to 75 pounds
75-100 pounds
Work Environment
Toxic or noxious chemicals
X
Outdoor weather conditions
X
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
X
Refrigerated temps (non-weather) < 40°
X
Elevated heat (non-weather) > 95°
X
Loud noises > 80 decibels
X
Dust
X
Fumes
X
Ability to work around dairy/food products
X
Work in tight or narrow spaces
X
Working in, around & over lines/obstacles
X
Ability to work with limited supervision
X
Typical office environment
X
Typical manufacturing environment
X
Typical farm/livestock environment
X
Typical lab environment
X
Sensory Demands
(Check all that apply)
☒ Verbal Communication ☐ Touch ☒ Smell
☒ Hear ☒ Reading
☐ Taste ☒ Writing
Vision
(Check all that apply)
☒ Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
☒ Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
☒ Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish color)
☒ Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are
fixed on a given point)
☒ Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
An Equal Opportunity Employer