About Us: 

The Michigan Milk Producers Association is a dairy farmer owned cooperative and dairy processor. Founded in 1916, the MMPA serves dairy farmers in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Quality milk and dairy products begin on the farm and continue through every step at Superior Dairy. Michigan Milk Producers Association’s family dairy farmers take pride in producing wholesome, nutritious milk with care and integrity. That commitment to quality carries forward as member milk is bottled and processed at Superior Dairy, MMPA’s wholly owned subsidiary in Canton, Ohio. Founded in 1922, Superior Dairy honors its Great Lakes heritage while delivering trusted dairy products to customers in 44 states.

Why you’ll love working here:

Competitive salaryHealth and wellness benefits with medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health benefitsDisability insurancePaid time offEmployer-matched 401(k) retirement savings planPersonal and professional growth opportunitiesEmployee appreciation events and recognition awardsEmployee wellness initiativesEmployee feedback and suggestion forumsAs a Entry Level General Labor Production Operator, you will gain hands-on experience producing high-quality products at Superior Dairy’s manufacturing plant in Canton, Ohio. You will also become familiar with safety, quality, and how to be successful in a team environment. We encourage you to allow us to invest in your success as you invest in ours; apply today!

Candidate Criteria:

• Self-motivated: someone who demonstrates appropriate initiative with or without direct supervision
Hard worker: someone who works diligently to get tasks done in a timely and safe mannerAdaptability: the ability to make changes, and to be successful in changing environmentsTeam player: an associate who can be counted on to assist the company in being successfulCommitment to working safelyWillingness to adhere to tobacco-free policy

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GEDMust be at least 18 years of ageMust be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now or in the futureMust be able to successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment contingenciesAbility to work any and/or rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, or overtime if applicable

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous manufacturing and/or industrial experiencePrevious experience as Production Associate in a manufacturing plantAdditional education and/or certification in manufacturingExperience adhering to industry-specific safety standards

Requirements:

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Clean and maintain a safe work environmentAbide by standard work procedures and job safety standardsMeet quality expectations for all output producedPerform a variety of manual tasks in varying temperatures for extended periods of time, which may include lifting light to heavy materials, climbing, standing, squatting, bending, and working at heights when applicableBe on time and work all scheduled shiftsCommunicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingMark or put identifying labels on product loadsRecord movement of product in/out of work areasMonitor materials, products and equipment at each step of the process and report irregularities to the supervisorPerform inventory controls and keep quality standards high for auditsUnderstand and follow all plant GMP’s and SOPsCommunicate all issues with supervisorsAdditional duties and/or projects may be assignedTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities that are required of the role. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

MMPA provides the opportunity for meaningful work that makes a difference in the dairy industry and in our communities. The diverse talents and perspectives of our employees help us to meet the needs of our member farms and the customers we serve.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States.

MMPA is committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive environment for all employees as one of our top priorities. As part of our commitment to your well-being and workplace safety, all applicants are required to undergo a drug screening and background check as part of the hiring process.

We are not accepting unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals, or résumés from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies for this position.

MMPA is an equal opportunity employer.