Processing Operator

Company : Dairy Farmers of America

Location : Houston, TX, 77001

Posted Date : 4 November 2025

Job Details

Production Machine Operator

Set up and operates a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Reads and interprets ingredients to select controls and secure machinery. Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications, and in a timely fashion. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The operator is responsible for setting up and changing equipment based upon product need, while adhering to all food safety and food quality guidelines.
Observes all safety rules and regulations including use of personal protective equipment.
Follows all established DFA's Good Manufacturing Practices, including maintaining an orderly and clean work area, and work in a manner consistent with corporate and regulatory quality and sanitation requirements.
Must be able to set up, change over, adjust, repair and operate all machinery/equipment.
Ensures all equipment is in operating condition and ready for on time startup.

As a full-time team member, you would work between 40 and 50 hours per week. We set industry standards in terms of pay and benefits. We also offer unbeatable benefits including health insurance, dental and vision, retirement savings benefits including 401(k) with company contribution, 3 weeks vacation and gainsharing program.