Production Operator

Production Operator -3rd shift - Reading, PA ($18)

Shift:

• 3rd Shift: 12pm - 8am = $18.89/hour

Responsibilities:

• Know the type of product, the silo source, and all handling procedures involved each time operating any processing equipment or process.
• Understand fully product flow from the milk silos to packaging department.
• Ensure all quality assurance checks are performed at designated intervals.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed correctly at designated intervals.
• Ensure all recording charts are properly documented according to company and regulatory regulations.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work area throughout the facility and common areas.
• Anticipate problems, implement solutions, and look for continuous improvement/process improvement opportunities.
• Safeguard and protect all company assets and proprietary information.
• Assume responsibility for the attainment of plant goals and objectives. Make decisions in a timely manner.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships and communications with employees from all other departments and peers.
• 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.

Requirements:

• 1 year of manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems, specifically SAP
• Skill in proficient computer usage
• Skill in written and oral communication
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to be proactive in seeking solutions
• Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
• Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
• Able to interpret and apply company policies
• Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
• Able to take initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities
• Able to change task daily
• Able to operate a forklift
• Able to follow steps required to insure proper equipment operation
• Able to use all compounds used in assigned areas with no known allergies or reactions
• Able to read, write and speak English

Interviews available immediately!

About Aerotek:

We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.