Shipping Associate - 2nd Shift - Reading, PA

Shipping Associate - 2nd Shift - Reading, PA

Perform operations including but not limited to fluid product receiving, product load out, and product supply or transfer to production processes. Other operational duties include clean-in-place (CIP) and cleanout-of-place (COP) gaskets and master sanitation.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform duties required to assure that assigned area is sanitary and clean.
• Receive fluid products, check storage vessels, observe product flow into and out of storage vessels, and respond to any problems.
• Follow steps to insure proper operation and perform periodic preventive maintenance of equipment in the area.
• Prepare and comprehend wash tags, shipping and receiving paperwork, and master sanitation schedule.
• Complete and maintain Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) record keeping such as completing charts and sanitation sheets.
• Collect product samples in a sanitary method for lab testing.
• Prepare equipment (i.e. tanks, silos, values, and hoses) for production needs according to daily production plan.
• Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive.
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity.
• Attend required training, including but not limited to Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 1 year of manufacturing experience
• Must have CDL License
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems, specifically SAP
• Skill in proficient computer usage
• Skill in written and oral communication
• Able to use and understand calculations, production rates and fluid inventories
• Able to prepare and comprehend evaporator logs and master sanitation schedule
• Able to perform routine machine adjustments
• Able to use and understand calculations for weights
• Able to physically complete required tasks
• Able to contribute to the positive performance behaviors through personal example
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to be proactive in seeking solutions
• Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
• Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
• Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
• Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
• Able to interpret and apply company policies
• Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
• Able to take initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities
• Able to read, write, and speak English

Interviews available immediately!

The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $50000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental, AND Vision. Life insurance options. 401[K] retirement plan. Tuition reimbursement. Paid vacation AND holidays. And so much more!

This is a fully onsite position in READING, PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.