Machine Operator

Machine OperatorToledo Ice Cream is a DFA company that has immediate job openings for well-versed machine operators to perform an array of functions including maintaining, breaking down and setting up equipment and machinery, while troubleshooting and resolving basic to moderate operating issues. Machine operators will be responsible for processing finished or raw materials, while following good manufacturing practices (GMP), and communicating effectively with all departments and meeting daily deadlines.Toledo Ice Cream is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones.

DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we're passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Toledo Ice Cream, we create ice cream products and are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters.

We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us!Our machine operator for this position can make up to:$21.65 per hour with an increase to $26.40 per hour following 90-day probationary periodSchedule: Mon-Fri 8.5 hour/day schedule; overtime on Saturdays as needed.Must be able to train on 1st shift or 2nd shift schedule.***Please attach updated and formatted resume when applying***Requirements:High school diploma or GEDMust have 1 year or more machine operator experience in a plant environment (food plant background is highly preferred).Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimalsMust be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background, and criminal checksMust be able to push, pull, stand, walk, climb, crouch, and lift, up to 50 poundsMust be able to work in a fast-paced environmentMust be able to work in a wet environmentMay have some exposure to dust, fumes and cleaning chemicalsMust be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional Fridays and holidaysMay be exposed to nut allergens in ice cream plants (tree nuts - specific peanut allergies must be disclosed)Benefits:Teamsters 20 Union: Pension plan & comprehensive healthcare benefitsCompetitive payPaid vacation and holidaysCareer growth opportunities – we promote from within!Service recognition and employee rewardsUniforms providedWork for dairy farm familiesAn Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans