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Form of workLocationPollock, South Dakota
Description
SIGN ON BONUS - $1500
Premium benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, vacation.
Join a winning team! As the leading milk marketing cooperative and dairy foods processor in the United States, Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) consists of more than 13,000 family farm-owners and more than 20,000 employees. Our employees are dedicated to delivering wholesome dairy products from the family farm to family tables around the world, while continuously exploring ways to be more innovative and efficient. Our commitment to produce a safe, sustainable and traceable product starts with our farmer-owners and is carried throughout the entire supply chain. Our employees make a difference within our Cooperative and the community while delivering value to our members.
DFA Pollock has an immediate opening for 1St Shift Table Operator. No experience required; training provided. This position will work Monday–Thursday from 1:00 am - 11:00 am and Fridays 1:00 am – 9:00 am. Saturdays and Sundays are normally scheduled off. Hours can vary slightly depending on production volumes.
Starting at $18.71/hr. with $1.00/hr. night premium when working from 6:00 pm to 6:00 am. A sign-on bonus of $1500.00 paid out over the first 6 months of employment.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
. Perform all work safely according to company standards (use of lockout/tagout when required).
. Monitor operation of cheese tables.
. Maintain appearance of cheese table area during production (floors free of cheese, etc).
. Communicate any unsafe condition immediately.
. Communicate well with Vat operator and Tower operator.
. Complete documentation on cheese make
. Maintain a neat and orderly production area
. Must be able to stand for long periods of time
. Must be able to shovel cheese at numerous times
. Must be trained in all required safety programs.
. Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
. Other duties as assigned
Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
. High School Diploma or GED is not required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
. Basic technical skills associated with a manufacturing process
. Perform chemical testing
. Good safety and quality habits.
. Able to operate chain hoist, lift truck, pH meter, cheese auger, curd valves,
. Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail.
. Desire to work as a team with employees throughout the plant.
. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
. Must be able to take direction from Supervisory staff.
. Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
. Must be able to work 10-hour shifts.
. Must be able to read, write and speak English
Pollock is in a small community on beautiful Lake Oahe on the North and South Dakota border. The plant runs 24 hours 5 days a week and is a non-union plant that consists of around 40 employees.
As a leading provider of cheese and dairy ingredients for the global food industry, Dairy Farmers of America is supported by a diverse and educated team of high-quality employees. We seek personnel with expertise in their fields who also demonstrate our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, and Teamwork. Headquartered in Kansas City, Kansas, the company has manufacturing plants located throughout the United States.
DFA is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. For additional information, go to www.dfamilk.com.
EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran
Pay Range$18.71 per hour
