Production Worker III

Production Worker III

Location: Bellevue Milk Plant
Job Type: Temporary-to-Permanent
Contract Duration: 90 Days Temp-to-Perm
Pay Rate: Up to $34.00/hour
Industry: Dairy / Food Production

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Production Worker III to join our dairy production team at the Bellevue Milk Plant.

This position is initially a 90-day temporary-to-permanent opportunity. Candidates who are hired permanently will be required to join the onsite union.

The ideal candidate will have experience operating pasteurization or dairy processing equipment and a strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, production procedures, and workplace safety.

Pay

• Up to $34.00/hour – Candidates with a valid Pasteurizer's License
• Up to $30.00/hour – Candidates without a Pasteurizer's License

Pay will be based on qualifications, experience, and applicable requirements.

Schedule

Swing Shift

• 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
• Monday – Friday

Grave Shift

• 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM
• Sunday – Thursday

Overtime: Candidates must be flexible and willing to work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Closely monitor the dairy production process and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for batching and processing products.
• Monitor fats, total solids, allergens, and other product-related specifications during dairy processing.
• Operate and clean production equipment efficiently to maximize throughput and minimize downtime.
• Maintain equipment sanitation, including CIP (Clean-in-Place) and hand-cleaning procedures.
• Analyze process and equipment performance data to improve quality, production efficiency, and troubleshooting.
• Communicate with other departments, management, and employees regarding production issues or concerns.
• Document required production information in accordance with federal, state, and company requirements.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and all food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain responsibility for food safety, food quality, and prerequisite programs within the designated production area.
• Immediately report food safety and quality concerns to management.
• Maintain a safe working environment and demonstrate a safety-first mindset.
• Follow and maintain 5S standards within the work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous dairy production, pasteurization, or food manufacturing experience.
• Candidates with a Pasteurizer's License: Minimum 6–12 months of experience operating pasteurization or dairy processing equipment.
• Candidates without a Pasteurizer's License: Minimum 12 months of experience operating pasteurization or dairy processing equipment.
• Ability to accurately follow recipes, measurements, and production instructions.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Willingness to follow safety procedures, GMP standards, and company policies.
• Ability to stand and walk for most of the workday.
• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Previous experience operating forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime when needed.

Preferred Skills

• Pasteurizer operation
• Dairy processing
• Production operations
• Forklift operation
• Pallet jack operation
• Food safety and sanitation
• GMP
• 5S
• Equipment cleaning and sanitation
• Production troubleshooting

Employment Type

90-Day Temporary-to-Permanent Opportunity

Candidates who successfully transition to permanent employment will be required to join the onsite union.

If you have dairy production experience and are looking for an opportunity with potential for permanent employment, we encourage you to apply.