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Dairy Farmers of America
CHECK WEIGHT OPERATOR - Processing Night Shift
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A Chemical Operator operates machinery used in the manufacture and packaging of chemical products.
$57,106 / year median in Texas
+6% projected growth
Job Description
CHECK WEIGHT OPERATOR
- Processing Night Shift Dairy Farmers of America United States, Texas, Schulenburg Jul 14, 2026
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Inspects the required number of containers for proper weight control in accordance with procedure. Ensures that container weights are within the acceptable parameters and adjusts as necessary. When weights exceed the maximum allowed on retort products, immediately shut down the line and notify management. Reports to management when weight control cannot be maintained. Assists and communicates with filler operators on filler operations, CIP cleanups, initial startup, startup from downtime, broken jar cleanup, etc. Completes all required paperwork accurately and legibly; then delivers paperwork to the quality control lab. Maintains supply of caps in Hopper along with Filler Operator. Monitors closure quality and reports to management any issues. Communicates effectively with de-palletizer operator. Checks cap and glass quality of x-ray rejects. Ensures defects are delivered to the lab for analysis. Track discarded jars and any other items listed on procedures. Document and track cap box inventory as they are used throughout the shift. Reports maintenance issues as they occur and submits work orders when necessary. Follows all DFA Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory quality, and sanitation requirements. Utilize scanners or thin client units to make SAP transaction for the purpose of maintain accurate inventory levels and ensuring reliable product traceability Perform items on the Master Sanitation lists when production is not running. Handles cleaning chemicals in a safe manner utilizing safety equipment such as gloves, eyewear, etc. Clear cardboard, trash, and excess pallets from filler room. Maintain sanitary equipment conditions during production. Change product code on x-ray machine. Operate fork lift as necessary to resupply cap inventory. Maintain safe environment and perform other duties in a safe manner at all times. Assists in training new operator. Ability to function in a team based structure and positively contributes to team based efforts. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. 8pm- 4am•Monday•Friday / Saturdays as required based on Demand Shift Premium•Shifts starting after 2pm•.