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The Milk Receiver is an hourly position and reports to the assigned shift production supervisor ... Hiland Dairy Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer

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Dairy milk workers, often called dairy farm workers or milkers, are responsible for the care and milking of dairy cows. Their main duties include operating milking equipment, feeding and monitoring the animals, maintaining cleanliness in the barns and milking parlors, and recording milk production data. They play a crucial role in ensuring the health of the cows and the quality of the milk produced. This job often requires early morning or evening shifts and can be physically demanding. Dairy milk workers are essential to the dairy industry, helping to provide fresh milk and dairy products to consumers.

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To thrive as a Dairy Milk Processor, you need a solid understanding of food safety standards, milk processing techniques, and quality control, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant vocational training. Familiarity with pasteurization equipment, cleaning systems, and compliance with industry regulations such as HACCP is essential. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for ensuring smooth production and maintaining hygiene standards. These skills ensure that dairy products are processed efficiently, safely, and consistently, meeting both regulatory requirements and consumer expectations.

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Dairy milk production workers often encounter challenges such as maintaining strict hygiene standards, operating complex machinery, and working in cold, wet environments. Adhering to detailed cleaning protocols and using protective gear are essential to ensure both product quality and personal safety. Regular team communication helps coordinate tasks and troubleshoot equipment issues quickly. Continuous training and support from supervisors can also help workers adapt to new technologies and industry regulations.
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HIL - Milk Receiver

Hiland Dairy

Conroe, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


Hiland Dairy rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

361st of 440 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

The Milk Receiver is an hourly position and reports to the assigned shift production supervisor. Milk Receivers are responsible for the unloading of milk from tanker trucks, washing and sanitizing tanker trucks, silos, and receiving lines, and aiding in the manufacturing of all company products in a safe and sanitary work environment.


Responsibilities:

  • Maintains all pumps, piping, and other items necessary for the actual unloading of product.
  • Sanitizes all unloading equipment prior to its use.
  • Checks all incoming tanker loads for order, temperature, taste, and any other factors in accordance with the Quality Assurance Program.
  • Responsible for the actual flow of all incoming products to their proper holding silos.
  • Responsible for the procurement of all necessary samples, in accordance with the Quality Assurance Program, and state or federal regulatory agencies, prior to the actual unloading of the product.
  • Responsible for the washing of all pumps, piping, and equipment used while performing the unloading or loading process during the shift and maintaining the entire receiving area in a clean and orderly manner while in compliance with quality assurance policies.


Qualifications and Experience:

  • One-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must be able to obtain within 30 days of hire State Lab Sample Testing Certification and Sample Pulling Certification.
  • Ability to read and interpret receiving documents.
  • Minimum age: 18
  • Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical exam.


Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

  • May be required to lift, carry, lower 1-50lbs, and occasionally 60 lbs.
  • Must be able to work in both very hot (more than 100 degrees) and very cold (less than 20 degrees
  • below zero) and in a very wet and humid environment for extended periods of time. Exposed to noise/vibration, and chemicals.
  • Required to Stand, walk, climb, bend, twist, push and pull, and reach at, above and below the shoulder.
  • Repetition-Hand/Wrist Simple Grasping, Firm grasping.


I understand the description of this job and the essential functions, as given above. I also understand that all of the duties are not described above and that I will perform those above and other related duties as directed by my supervisor and management.

Hiland Dairy Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer


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