Dairy Farmers of America · 1 day ago
Packaging Operator - 2nd Shift
Farmington, MN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$29.43/hr - $31.43/hrDairy Farmers of America is a company that values community and diversity, and they are seeking machine operators to help maintain and operate packaging equipment. The role involves setting up and sanitizing machinery, conducting quality checks, and ensuring the packaging process runs smoothly.
AgricultureDairyDietary SupplementsFood Processing
Responsibilities
Setting up pouch line equipment
Sanitizing equipment
Case packing equipment
Cleaning equipment and work area
Operating other packaging equipment when pouch line is not running
Palletizing product and bringing into cooler
Conduct weight and metal detector checks
Set up coding equipment
Fill records out properly
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Basic math skills
Must be willing to accept responsibility for quality products packaged, proper weight control, proper coding of products
Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
Must be able to push, pull, stand, walk, climb, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
Must be able to be able to work in a wet environment
May have some exposure to dust, fumes and cleaning chemicals
Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays
Benefits
Union pension plan and 401(k)
Competitive pay
Paid vacation and holidays
Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
Service recognition and employee rewards
Employee referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Uniforms provided
Work for dairy farm families
Company
Dairy Farmers of America
Dairy Farmers of America is a milk marketing cooperative owned and served by farmers across the nation.
Founded in 1998
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (3)
2024 (6)
2023 (1)
2022 (2)
2021 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$45MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2022-09-15Grant· $45M
Leadership Team
Dennis Rodenbaugh
Chief Executive Officer
Daniel Jones
Division Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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