**Job Description** General Purpose Demonstrate proficiency in a range of processes, procedures, and equipment to perform various operator roles, including those of a highly skilled nature, in the plant production environment. Serve as a resource to others to solve problems and/or assist with operator activities or production equipment. Job Duties and Responsibilities + Perform a variety of line duties within the manufacturing environment to include highly skilled / senior-level processing, machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Blend/Filler/CIP/Retort/ Evaporator/Pasteurizer 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 moderate to complicated 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 + Assist with training efforts in functional area as needed + 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 **Requirements** Education and Experience + High school diploma or equivalent + 2 to 4 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 + Considerable knowledge of plant operations + Proficiency with company computer systems + Able to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories + Able to take initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities + 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 without constant 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 An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans **Pay Range** 26.38