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Darigold

Milk Receiving Operator

Pasco, WA · On-site

$23.13 - $25.79/hr

Tending the Milk Receiving process from Tanker to Silo * Handling, moving, connecting ... Must be able to obtain and maintain certifications in Receiving, Antibiotic Testing, CHARM testing ...

Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.

Lab Technician

Carbondale, IL · On-site

$20/hr

Purpose The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for testing both raw and processed fluid milk products and operating the modern testing equipment. Applicants must be able to communicate and ...

Valley Milk LLC

Relief Laboratory Technician

Turlock, CA · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Description Valley Milk is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Relief Lab ... Perform quality testing on raw, intermediate, and finished dairy products. Collect and test ...

Agropur

Milk Intake Operator

Little Chute, WI · On-site

$24.73/hr

The Intake Operator I position, under the direction of a Trainer learns to receive milk from milk haulers and truckers, ensuring quality of milk through samples, testing and proper sanitation.

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A Milk Tester is responsible for assessing the quality and safety of milk by conducting various tests, such as checking for bacteria levels, fat content, and contaminants. They collect milk samples from farms, processing plants, or dairy facilities and use specialized equipment to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Their role is essential in maintaining product quality and consumer health by identifying any issues before milk is processed and distributed.

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What does a milk tester do?

A milk tester evaluates the quality and safety of milk by testing for contaminants, bacteria, fat content, and other quality parameters. They often use testing equipment and follow safety standards in a laboratory or processing plant environment to ensure milk meets industry regulations.
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Milk Receiving Operator

Pasco, WA • On-site

Darigold
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

267th of 443 rated food and drinks producers

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$23.13 - $25.79/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Darigold is seeking a motivated Milk Receiver to join our plant in Pasco, WA. As a member of the Operations team, this person should possess the desire and ability to contribute to the success of the plant. Our plants create nutritious products 24/7, 365 days a year- availability to work multiple shifts, including weekends and holidays is a must!
The ideal candidate for this role excels in a fast-paced environment and can handle multiple repetitive tasks. You have a strong attention to detail and are committed to producing high quality product. You also enjoy working with others to achieve team goals but can work independently without direct supervision. Must be available to work any shift.
What You Will Do
  • Receiving and loading out all bulk milk and cream shipments in an efficient and safe way manner.
  • Tending the Milk Receiving process from Tanker to Silo
  • Handling, moving, connecting, disconnecting, cleaning, and inspecting receiving bay and the equipment servicing the bay.
  • Computing weights and measurements and recording information relative to amounts received.
  • Performs CIP and sanitation of the intake area and associated silos; maintains organization of the work area; and performs ongoing cleaning and preventative maintenance tasks in compliance with good manufacturing practices.
  • Ensuring appropriate handling of bulk milk product into the system, verifying the type and source farm/carrier of the incoming raw product.
  • Performing Quality Tests on Raw Milk in accordance with company or regulatory guidelines
  • Ensures that tagging and identifying notifications on tanks are correct and recorded properly.
  • Maintaining accurate documentation as required
  • Assist with training new personnel.
  • Submits timely and accurate reports.
  • Maintains clean work area.
  • Follow all company safety, working, and Good Manufacturing Practice policies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What You Bring
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • 1 year production experience preferred.
  • Ability to work independently without direct supervision in a fast-paced environment.
  • Work with others to achieve team goals.
  • Must be available for multiple shifts in a 24/7 environment.
  • Must maintain high attendance standards and be trusted with high responsibility.
  • Must be capable of heavy lifting (up to 55 pounds) and stand for extended periods.
  • Able to work all shifts, weekends and holidays.
  • Must be able to stand/walk for twelve or more hours based on production finish.
  • Must be able to climb stairs.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain certifications in Receiving, Antibiotic Testing, CHARM testing and any other regulatory agency requirements

Nice to Have's
  • Ideal candidate will have previous dairy processing or food manufacturing experience.
  • Ability to monitor several concurrent processes simultaneously is critical to success in the position.
  • Strong attention to detail, must be able to complete multiple and repetitive tasks, must be committed to accuracy and quality.
  • Ability to work independently without direct supervision in a fast-paced environment.
  • Work with others to achieve team goals.
  • Maintain high attendance standards.
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment, mechanical skills desirable.
  • Strong computer experience for reporting and HMI screen management
  • Ability to respond to variances in the process.
  • Ability to organize and analyze process problems.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, strong computer skills
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Processes

Starting Salary:
$23.13 to $25.79 per hour
Benefits of Working at Darigold
We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We're proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package - that includes:
  • Employer 401K contribution
  • Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
  • Employer paid life & disability coverage
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 8 weeks paid parental leave
  • Education assistance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Community giving through matching donations
  • Access to great dairy products & participation in our employee butter purchase program

Our Commitment to Diversity
Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify - please follow the links for details, English / Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement, English / Spanish.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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