Dairy Farmers of America
Cook / Molder Operator
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Job Description
- Req#: 31988
- Adjust temperatures cheese cook temps as needed for different recipes
- Mold cheese to proper weights and shapes
- Adds correct amount of smoke flavoring to vats as required
- Grind and add rework to the tables
- Change molds as needed
- Submit sample for lab testing
- Complete production logs accurately
- Ensure correct vat separation from the cooker to the brine
- CIP the cooker
- Performs table operator duties and covers them for lunch and breaks
- Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
- Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive
- Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) 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
- Attend required training, including but not limited to, Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
- Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity
- Responsible for monitoring and taking corrective actions when necessary for a critical control point as part of the plant HACCP plan
- Ensure that all documentation is done correctly and turned in promptly
- 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
- Competitive pay - $22.00 to $26.00 per hour based on experience
- Rate includes $1.00 shift differential for hours worked between 6 PM and 6 AM
- Paid Overtime
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k Employer Match
- Life Insurance – Company Paid
- AD&D, STD and LTD - Company Paid
- 144 hours of Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Time
- Sign On Bonus $1,500.00
- High School Diploma or GED, preferred but not required
- Must have basic math skills
- Must participate in the safety observation program
- Must follow all safety, GMP, CI, and HACCP programs
- Must be able to work safely around chemicals and moving equipment
- Must be able to maintain work area up to 5S standards
- Must be able to read, write and speak English
About the company
Dairy Farmers of America Inc. is a national milk marketing cooperative in the United States.
Description
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM & Rotating Days Off
General Purpose: Monitor and assist with the process of cooking and molding of cheese curds. Work with lab department to meet customer's expectations of cheese product.
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