Job Information
Dairy Farmers of America Vacation Relief Operator in Rockford, Illinois
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Vacation relief employee is responsible for performing all the duties related to receiving, sanitation, and filling machine operations.
This position will relieve other operators while they are on vacation.
Accurately document all production runs, downtime, weights, code dates and label verification.
Subject to on-call duty in cases of plant emergency situations.
Collect first, last and product changes for lab testing.
Sanitize fillers at specified intervals and protect product integrity at all times.
Operate manual and/or automated CIP equipment as well perform manual cleaning.
Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.
Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information.
Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s.
Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot.
Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area. Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
Perform other duties as assigned.
OUR VACATION RELIEF OPERATOR FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:
- $26.98 per hour
SCHEDULE: Rotating weekly shifts based on need.
BENEFITS:
Union 401(k) with company contribution
Competitive pay
Paid vacation and holidays
Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
Union healthcare benefits
Employee referral program
Uniforms provided
Work for dairy farm families
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or GED required
Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimal
Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
Must be able to push, pull, stand, walk, climb, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
Must be able to be able to work in a wet environment
May have some exposure to dust, fumes and cleaning chemicals
Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays
DFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Pay Range $26.98 / hour
