**Job Description**
**General Purpose:**
Responsible for multiple aspects of the processes of manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of powdered dairy products in a production facility following all sanitation, safety, and good manufacturing practices.
**Job Duties and Responsibilities:**
+ Equipment and machinery assembly, operation, and disassembly
+ Safely utilize chemicals needed for cleaning and sanitation in a manufacturing facility to maintain a clean and sanitary work environment
+ Walk, bend, and stand for the duration of a scheduled shift, up to 12 hours
+ 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
+ Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity
+ Attend required training, including but not limited to, Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
+ 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.
**Requirements**
**Minimum Requirements:**
**_Education and Experience_**
+ High School Diploma or GED required
+ Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required
**_Knowledge, Skills and Abilities_**
+ Ability to work in a team environment
+ Excellent written and oral communication skills
+ Ability to follow directions
+ Highly motivated
+ Must be able to read, write and speak English
**Pay Range** $21.65 - $21.65