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Dairy Farmers of America
Machine Operator- Plastics- 1st Shift
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What they do
A Manufacturing Machine Operator operates machinery used in a manufacturing facility, including a range of machines used for the production or transport of goods.
$39,206 / year median in Maryland
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Machine Operator- Plastics- 1st Shift Dairy Farmers of America United States, Maryland, Frederick Jul 30, 2026 GENERAL PURPOSE Operate plastic blow molding machines to ensure production of containers is made in a safe, efficient, and high-quality manner according to established company policies and procedures.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles
- Operate bagger and debagger stations
- Troubleshoot and implement minor repairs of blowmold equipment
- Train others on blowmold operations
- Maintain open communication with other departments, management, and employees to notify of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict efficiency
- Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's
- Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot
- Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
- Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately
- Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
- Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
- The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred
- Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Able to effectively work in a team environment
- Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
- Able to use company computer systems
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Able to follow directions
- Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- Must be able to read, write and speak English An Equal Opportunity Employer