Production Operator (Days)

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Aurora Dairy Corp.

Posted 19 days ago

Full Time

Columbia, Missouri

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The operator is responsible for the operation of filling equipment while maintaining strict food safety and quality standards. They must perform regular sanitation checks, handle milk receiving, and ensure all production documentation is completed accurately.

Qualifications

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to understand GMP standards and quality control. Previous experience with filling equipment is preferred, and candidates should have a strong work ethic and ability to handle multiple tasks. Good communication skills are essential for interacting with lab, processing, and case packing teams.

Job Description

Purpose:

The operator is responsible for equipment operation while maintaining quality standards, adhering to recognized GMP standards and performing the required procedures to ensure the integrity of the product.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • All plant personnel have the responsibility to monitor and report any deviations from our Food Safety and Food Quality (HACCP & SQF) programs to your immediate supervisor.
  • Monitor and report any deviation from the Food Safety & Food Quality program. 
    • Responsible for operation/ CIP of half gallon & gallon filling equipment and protocols. 
    • Maintain proper customer carton supply following script without interfering with production and efficiencies. 
    • Perform Dye checks as well as Titrate Sanitize tank every hour. 
    • Perform case packer and blow mold duties and will be required to palletize. 
    • Maintain constant communication with lab, processing and case packers. 
    • Milk receiving responsibilities. 
    • Complete all required documentation.

Knowledge and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Ability to comprehend GMP standard and quality control measures. 

• Previous filling equipment experience preferred. 

• Strong work ethic and the ability to handle multiple tasks

Physical Requirements:

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Aurora Dairy Corp.

At Aurora Organic Dairy – it is our obligation to take care of our animals, respect our people and improve the health of the planet for the future. Founded in 1976 in Jerome, ID and now headquartered in Boulder, CO the company employs more than 750 employees and has more than 20,000 dairy cows. We deliver retail brand products that deliver a competitive advantage. Our team specializes in helping retailers and other marketers throughout the U.S. build their own brand success through product innovation and organic dairy products of the highest quality. As a results, brand owners can proudly market value-added, traceable, and certified organic products designed to delight consumers and drive sales. Our mission is to deliver organic dairy integrity, form cow to carton to everyone, everywhere through our values of teamwork, excellence and by being entrepreneurial, compassionate, transparent, and displaying organic stewardship. What it’s like to work here From our Colorado headquarters to our Dairy Processing facilities in Platteville, CO and Columbia, MO, and or Dairy Farms in Colorado and Texas we have a shared vision to tread lightly on the planet, treating our people and animals with respect, giving back to our local communities. Careers We are always looking for dedicated employees to help us produce the highest quality organic milk at our dairy farms, in our processing plants and at our corporate office. We are proud to offer our employees – regardless of rank or role within the company – a robust and competitive benefits package, including: • Competitive wages. • Generous paid time off and paid holidays. • Medical and dental benefits. • 401K and Roth retirement savings plans with a company match. • Training and career development. • Life insurance. • Short-term disability coverage (optional). • Tuition support for career development. • Parental leave. • Scholarships for family members of our employees who qualify.

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