• Job Description

  Req#: 31597

  Description

  Pacific Dairy, a DFA company, is seeking a Blend Operator to join the team!

  GENERAL PURPOSE

  Operate continuous flow or vat-type equipment to process milk, cream, and other dairy products, following specified methods and formulas.

  JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  · Review all quality, food safety and product specifications

  · Monitor blending equipment according to the specifications of components and blend amounts

  · Control valves, pumps, speed, and temperatures in accordance with industry standards for blending

  · Adhere to established testing procedures and provide required samples to the laboratory

  · Assemble and disassemble equipment for proper cleaning/sanitizing and operating per manufacturer instructions

  · Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments

  · Engage in dismantling, assembling, and installing refrigeration equipment

  · Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

  · Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s

  · Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes

  · Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately

  · Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

  · Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

  · 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

  Qualifications

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  · High school diploma or equivalent preferred

  · Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred

  · Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  · Able to effectively work in a team environment

  · Able to legibly write entries for record keeping

  · Able to use company computer systems

  · Able to work in a fast-paced environment

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

  · Able to follow directions

  · Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

  · Must be able to read, write and speak English

  An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

• About the company

  Dairy Farmers of America Inc. is a national milk marketing cooperative in the United States.

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