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Glanbia

Production Worker

Mooresville, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

... trend, plant and dairy based proteins specific to healthy snacking and beverage categories ... Responsible for the productivity and quality of the assigned extruder operation. Operators will ...

Glanbia

Production Worker

Mooresville, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

... trend, plant and dairy based proteins specific to healthy snacking and beverage categories ... Responsible for the productivity and quality of the assigned extruder operation. Operators will ...

Glanbia

Production Worker

Mooresville, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

... trend, plant and dairy based proteins specific to healthy snacking and beverage categories ... Responsible for the productivity and quality of the assigned extruder operation. Operators will ...

Glanbia

Production Worker

Mooresville, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

... trend, plant and dairy based proteins specific to healthy snacking and beverage categories ... Responsible for the productivity and quality of the assigned extruder operation. Operators will ...

Glanbia

Production Worker

Mooresville, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

... trend, plant and dairy based proteins specific to healthy snacking and beverage categories ... Responsible for the productivity and quality of the assigned extruder operation. Operators will ...

Glanbia

Production Worker

Mooresville, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

... trend, plant and dairy based proteins specific to healthy snacking and beverage categories ... Responsible for the productivity and quality of the assigned extruder operation. Operators will ...

Glanbia

Production Worker

Mooresville, IN

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

... trend, plant and dairy based proteins specific to healthy snacking and beverage categories ... Responsible for the productivity and quality of the assigned extruder operation. Operators will ...

Glanbia

Production Worker

Mooresville, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

... trend, plant and dairy based proteins specific to healthy snacking and beverage categories ... Responsible for the productivity and quality of the assigned extruder operation. Operators will ...

Glanbia

Production Worker

Mooresville, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

... trend, plant and dairy based proteins specific to healthy snacking and beverage categories ... production goals. * Communicate: Able to communicate clearly while working in a team with systems ...

Glanbia

Production Worker

Mooresville, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

... trend, plant and dairy based proteins specific to healthy snacking and beverage categories ... production goals. * Communicate: Able to communicate clearly while working in a team with systems ...

CowManager

Dairy Success Manager

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$17.75 - $21.75/hr

Working closely with U.S. sales teams and international CowManager colleagues to ensure consistent ... Passion for innovation and technology in dairy production * Willingness to travel within your ...

CowManager

Dairy Success Manager

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$17.75 - $21.75/hr

Working closely with U.S. sales teams and international CowManager colleagues to ensure consistent ... Passion for innovation and technology in dairy production * Willingness to travel within your ...

Manpower Group Inc.

Cheese Production

Shafer, MN · On-site

$19 - $20.50/hr

Our client, a leading food manufacturing organization specializing in dairy products, is seeking dedicated Food Production Workers to join their dynamic team. As a Food Production Worker, you will be ...

Manpower Group Inc.

Cheese Production

Stanchfield, MN

$19 - $20.50/hr

Our client, a leading food manufacturing organization specializing in dairy products, is seeking dedicated Food Production Workers to join their dynamic team. As a Food Production Worker, you will be ...

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How much do dairy production worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for dairy production worker in the United States is $16.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a dairy production worker?

Dairy production workers are responsible for processing, packaging, and ensuring the quality of dairy products such as milk, cheese, and yogurt. They operate machinery, monitor production lines, and follow strict hygiene and safety standards to maintain product quality. Their duties may also include cleaning equipment, inspecting finished products, and maintaining records. Dairy production workers play a crucial role in delivering safe and high-quality dairy products to consumers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a dairy production worker?

To thrive as a Dairy Production Worker, you need knowledge of food safety standards, basic mechanical aptitude, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with dairy processing equipment, pasteurization systems, and safety certifications like HACCP are typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and reliability are essential soft skills for maintaining quality and efficiency. These skills ensure safe, high-quality dairy products and smooth, compliant production operations.

What are some of the common challenges faced by dairy production workers, and how can they be addressed?

Dairy Production Workers often encounter challenges such as working in cold or wet environments, managing physically demanding tasks like lifting heavy containers, and maintaining strict hygiene standards to ensure product safety. Adapting to rotating shifts and handling repetitive tasks can also be demanding. To address these challenges, workers are encouraged to use proper protective gear, follow ergonomic practices, and participate in ongoing safety and hygiene training provided by employers. Supportive team environments and clear communication with supervisors also help in managing workload and maintaining a safe, efficient workspace.

What is the difference between Dairy Production Worker vs Dairy Processing Technician?

AspectDairy Production WorkerDairy Processing Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma; technical training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentFactories, dairy farms, processing plantsProcessing plants, quality control labs, manufacturing facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with milk collection, equipment operation, packagingMonitoring processing procedures, quality testing, equipment maintenance

While both roles work in dairy processing environments, Dairy Production Workers focus on assisting with daily production tasks, whereas Dairy Processing Technicians handle more technical aspects like quality control and equipment troubleshooting. The roles often overlap but differ in technical skill requirements and responsibilities.

What skills are needed for dairy production worker jobs?

Dairy production workers need strong attention to detail, good physical stamina, and the ability to operate equipment such as milking machines and pasteurizers. Basic math skills and knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures are also important for maintaining quality and compliance in a dairy environment.

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Production Worker

Mooresville, IN • On-site

Glanbia
Food Services and Drinking Places • 5 - 10K employees
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$15.25 - $18.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Glanbia Performance Nutrition rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

As a division of Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., PacMoore offers a portfolio of manufacturing services designed to provide added value to a wide range of food ingredients and branded manufacturers in the food industry. Our extensive industry experience and capabilities is widely recognized in the industry for its' breadth of solutions with a particular focus on the high growth, on trend, plant and dairy based proteins specific to healthy snacking and beverage categories. PacMoore is well known in the industry as a high quality and innovative solution provider and enjoys a customer portfolio that ranges from long standing relationships with large ingredient suppliers to innovative start-up brands. With the broad support of the Glanbia organization, PacMoore continues to grow overall capabilities while maintaining the highest quality services in the industry.
Position Summary:
Responsible for the productivity and quality of the assigned extruder operation. Operators will have monitored and mastered indicators that the system requires, including temperature, gauge settings, color, dimensions, etc. While reporting any problems to the shift supervisor.
Responsibilities:
  • Monitor equipment operation, gauges, and panel lights to detect deviations from standards & adjust gauges, PLC's, and all other operational controls, to correct deviations. Adjust controls to activate, set and regulate equipment according to specifications.
  • Adhere to all safety, food safety, and other relevant policies and procedures.
  • Execute various lab techniques and sampling.
  • Able to hook up CIP lines to cyclones, transitions, and fluid bed properly.
  • Record gauge readings, test results, and shift production on quality and production documentation.
  • Transport materials and products to and from work areas, manually, or by pallet jacks and forklifts.
  • Weigh or measure specified amounts of ingredients or materials for batching, using devices such as scales and pumps.
  • Clean, lubricate and maintain the sanitary condition of all processing equipment, utilizing chemicals, automatic and manual cleaning equipment.

Work Environment
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, and move around for extended periods.
  • Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including exposure to noise, dust, and temperature variations.
  • Ability to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.
  • Physical Strength: Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
  • Physical Movement: Occasional climbing, stooping (bending body forward and down), crouching (bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine), reaching (extending arms and hands in any direction), and handling (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands).

Qualifications:
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to read and understand computer screens.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly.
  • Ability to perform a variety of math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions)
  • Ability to read instructions and safety information in English.
  • Not afraid of heights (may have to go on the roof)

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.

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