Production Operator-Milk Processor

Milk Processor Operator Meadow Gold Dairy has immediate job opening for well-versed Milk Processor Operator to perform an array of functions including maintaining, breaking down and setting up equipment and machinery, while troubleshooting and resolving basic to moderate operating issues. Production operators will be responsible for processing finished or raw materials, while following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and communicating effectively with all departments and meeting daily deadlines. Meadow Gold Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Compensation/Shift: $27.72-$30.80 Hourly Monday-Friday (Saturdays as needed): 8:00pm-4:30am schedule subject to change based on business needs Benefits: Union pension plan Competitive pay paid sick leave yearly increases Career growth opportunities we promote from within! Comprehensive healthcare benefits Job Duties and Responsibilities: Operate pasteurizer in compliance with state and federal guidelines Obtain milk and cream samples for testing by lab to include raw and processed product Wash and sanitize milk silos, cream tanks, and any other equipment as needed Produce product according to guidelines and separate into correct batches Follow recipe guidelines for all products produced. Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements 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

Created: 2026-03-31