Day Dryer Operator at Dean Foods in Zumbrota, Minnesota

Job Description:

Job Title



Day Dryer OperatorLocation



Zumbrota, MinnesotaDescription




General Purpose:

The Dryer Operator is responsible for the operation of all dryer equipment and all process controls associated with these processes.



Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Effectively operate the dryer as defined in training and by management


• Maintain top of dryer (pick up clamps, gaskets, pipes, etc.)


• Maintain tower area and ground floor (clean, sanitary, put away when not in use)


• Manage shut downs between products and before wash ups


• Record all powder on daily production sheets


• Ensure rerun is recorded


• Assure proper coding


• Verify labels for accuracy


• Collect product samples


• Fire control


• Manage waste


• Monitor equipment for abuse, break-down, etc.


• Ensure product meets customer specifications


• Communicate shift recap to oncoming operator


• Prevent cheese from falling on floor


• Maintain operating records


• SAP/data entry


• Understands and maintains the highest level of GMP and sanitation standards possible


• 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)


• Perform other work as assigned

Requirements




Minimum Requirements:


Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED required



Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Be able to work a full 12-hour shift


• Physically handle the duties assigned, including cleaning


• Learn the theory of operating and cleaning procedures and practices involved in the operation and equipment of the position, including any new operations and equipment assigned by management


• Work proficiently, neatly and accurately at the speeds required


• Perform the job duties resulting in a high-quality product


• Perform necessary routine cleaning and preventive maintenance


• Perform work independently as required


• Basic computer skills


• Must be able to read, write and speak English

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Pay Range



$24.35/hour Apply Now