About the role
GENERAL PURPOSE Gain exposure to many facets of the dairy industry, focusing on quality assurance, safety, operations and/or
maintenance depending on the field of studies for the student intern and needs at the facility.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
- Perform short projects (weight checks, analyze efficiencies, process identification) and work on database set up
and structuring (preventative maintenance, pallet tracking, butterfat tests)
- Assist in preparation of audits (SQF, regulatory, organic) and work in different areas in the plant in order to gain
familiarity with process flow
- Work with pasteurizing, separating, freezing, cooling, filling, mixing, standardizing, packaging and storing
operations of milk, ice cream and cultured products
- Assist in compilation and analysis of production and cost data required for company or government reporting
- 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
Education And Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Production or general work experienced preferred
- Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Able to follow directions and carry out instructions
- Able to effectively work in a team environment
- Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and
decimals
- Must be able to read, write and speak English
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