Location: Birmingham,AL, USA
**Job Description**
Mayfield Ice Cream in Homewood, AL is seeking a Mix Processing Operator / Pasteurizer to join our team. This position will learn all positions in the Processing department including mix preparation, cleaning and CIP, flavoring, receiving and running and maintaining the pasteurization equipment within our dairy (ice cream) production environment. The Mix Processing Operator closely monitors the dairy production process and follows Standard Operating Procedures for mixing, cleaning, receiving, flavoring, batching and processing products.
Mayfield 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 were passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Mayfield, we create the best ice cream around 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!
**PAY:**
+ $20.58 - $25.00 per hour (step progression as additional skills are mastered)
**SCHEDULE:**
+ This position will train and work primarily on 1 st Shift, Monday Friday, 2:00 AM 12:30 PM, however will be required to learn all positions within the team and may act as a relief operator, which may include working on other shifts as needed.
**BENEFITS:**
+ Comprehensive healthcare benefits (after 60-day probationary period)
+ 401(k) with company contribution and match
+ Paid vacation and holidays
+ Career growth opportunities we promote from within!
+ Service recognition and employee rewards
+ Employee referral program
+ Uniforms provided
+ Work for dairy farm families
+ ICE CREAM!
**Requirements**
+ High school diploma or GED equivalent required
+ Degree or college coursework in Dairy or Food Science, Chemistry or other related program preferred
+ Mix, processing or pasteurization experience or experience in food or beverage industry preferred
+ Basic math skills required
+ Experience operating a forklift is a plus
+ Must be able to push, pull, stand, walk, climb, crouch for virtually the entire shift
+ Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds or assist others while lifting
+ Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
+ Must be able to be able to work in a wet environment
+ May have some exposure to dust, fumes and cleaning chemicals
+ Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays
+ May be exposed to allergens
+ Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
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**DFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer**
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**Pay Range** $20.58 - $25.00 / hour