Process Operator Receiving Department

Job TitleProcess Operator Receiving Department
LocationMiddlebury Center, Pennsylvania
Description

4pm-12am    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)

Requirements

  An Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range