JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform a variety of line duties within the manufacturing environment to include processing, machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Palletizer, Blend/Filler/CIP/Mix/Packaging/Loader operators). This may include troubleshooting and performing minor maintenance repairs
- Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment on the production line
- Ensure that the proper materials are used for each product being produced
- Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks
- Review charts, screens, quality check sheets, and specifications that are in both hard copy and electronic format
- Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks as required to maintain plant equipment; complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run
- Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed
- Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties
- 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 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
- Review process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot
- Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
- Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
- 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
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1 to 3 years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry
- Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of plant operations
- Proficiency with company computer systems
- Able to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
- Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
- Able to perform task and duties under general supervision
- 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
REPORTING TO THIS POSITION
BACKUP SUPPORT TO POSITION(S)
TRAVEL
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)
SCOPE INFORMATION
JOB PROFILE CREATED BY
Original: January 2023
Revised:
See last page for Physical Demands
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
Stand
Walk
Grasp, handle, twist or type
Reach (forward or overhead)
Climb (stairs or ladder)
Squatting, kneeling or bending
Push/pull
Crawling
Driving a vehicle
Lifting/Carrying
Up to 10 pounds
Up to 25 pounds
Up to 55 pounds
Up to 75 pounds
75-100 pounds
Work Environment
Use of chemicals
Must maintain a constant state of alertness
Outdoor weather conditions
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
Refrigerated temps (non-weather) < 40°
Elevated heat (non-weather) > 95°
Noise > 80 decibels
Dust
Fumes
Ability to work around dairy/food products
Work in tight or narrow spaces
Working in, around & over lines/obstacles
Ability to work with limited supervision
Typical office environment
Typical manufacturing environment
Typical farm/livestock environment
Typical lab environment
Sensory Demands (Check all that apply)
Verbal Communication Touch Smell Hear Read Taste Write
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