Job Description
Milk Production Operator - Entry Level Location: 3717 Venice Road, Sandusky, Ohio, 44870 Department: Milk Processing / Production Schedule: Full-time, 4 day work week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) Shift: Start time between 1:00 AM - 2:00 AM, ending around 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Position Overview: Toft Dairy, a trusted name in dairy production, is seeking a reliable and motivated individual to join our Milk Processing and Production team as a Machine/Equipment Operator. This is an entry-level, full-time role ideal for someone with production line experience and a strong desire to grow in the food manufacturing industry. We are looking for candidates who are dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment. Prior experience in dairy or food production is preferred but not required. Key Responsibilities: - Operate and monitor milk processing equipment and machinery
- Ensure accuracy and quality of product output
- Perform daily sanitation tasks, including disassembly and cleaning of machines
- Follow all food safety and workplace safety protocols
- Assist with manual tasks such as lifting and stacking milk cases
- Keep work areas clean by sweeping, mopping, rinsing, and sanitizing
- Troubleshoot minor equipment issues
- Complete additional tasks assigned by supervisors
What We're Looking For: - Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Basic math skills (adding, subtracting, measuring weights/volumes)
- Strong communication skills in English
- Dependable and punctual with a team-first mindset
Physical Requirements: - Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally
- Ability to stand, reach, push, and pull for extended periods (up to 10 hours)
Benefits: - 401(k) available on day of hire; company match after 6 months
- Medical Insurance with prescription drug coverage after 60 days
- Supplemental insurance options (AFLAC, Principal) available after 90 days
- Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Toft Dairy is Ohio's oldest dairy distributing dairy and ice cream products to customers within an approximate 150-mile radius of the Sandusky plant for the past 125 years. The legacy of Toft Dairy is a story of commitment to quality and forward-thinking principles. We value committed employees to our growth and success and are seeking qualified individuals to join our One Quality One Team philosophy working at Toft Dairy and servicing our customers. We are Toft true blue and Tilly Approved! Both a background check and drug and alcohol pre-employment screening are required due to the nature of our business. Toft Dairy, Inc
Job Tags
Full time, Shift work, Monday to Friday,