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 This position will jockey trucks approximately 25% of the time, the remainder of the time the employee will work as a Receiver. General Purpose: Perform operations including but not limited to fluid product receiving, product load out, and product supply or transfer to production processes. Other operational duties include movement of trailers, clean-in-place (CIP) and clean--out-of-place (COP) equipment and master sanitation. Job Duties and Responsibilities: 
 
  
 - Perform duties required to assure that assigned area is sanitary and clean.
 - Receive fluid products, check storage vessels, observe product flow into and out of storage vessels, and respond to any problems.
 - Follow steps to insure proper operation and perform periodic preventive maintenance of equipment in the area.
 - Prepare and comprehend wash tags, shipping and receiving paperwork, and master sanitation schedule.
 - Complete and maintain Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) record keeping such as completing charts and sanitation sheets.
 - Collect product samples in a sanitary method for lab testing.
 - Prepare equipment (i.e. tanks, silos, valves, and hoses) for production needs according to daily production plan.
 - Transport trucks and trailers for loading and repairs, as necessary.
 - 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 as required.
 
  
 
  
Minimum Requirements: Education and Experience 
 
 
   
  - High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
 - 1 year of manufacturing experience
 - 1 year of recent tractor/trailer driving experience
 - Certification and/or License -- Able to obtain Sampler's Certification within 90 days of employment; current Pennsylvania commercial driver's license; have or able to obtain tanker endorsement within 90 days; and be Department of Transportation (DOT) compliant
 - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
 
   
  
   
  - Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems, specifically SAP
 - Knowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirements
 - Skill in proficient computer usage
 - Skill in written and oral communication
 
   
  
   
  - Able to use and understand calculations, production rates and fluid inventories
 - Able to prepare and comprehend evaporator logs and master sanitation schedule
 - Able to perform routine machine adjustments
 
   
  
   
  - Able to use and understand calculations for weights
 - Able to physically complete required tasks
 - Able to contribute to the positive performance behaviors through personal example
 - 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 take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
 - Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
 - 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 read, write, and speak English
 
   
  
 An Equal Opportunity Employer  
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