Milk Receiver

Milk Receiver

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: MILKR
004279

Full-Time

High Point, NC 27262, USA

• Built on over a century of dedication, Maola is always looking ahead—investing in our people, strengthening our communities, and securing fresh, local dairy for the future.
• Join a farmer‑owned cooperative rooted in integrity, sustainability, and a passion for providing fresh, high‑quality Maola dairy products.
• We prioritize your well‑being with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, Life Insurance, paid time off, and more—available within your first month.
• Our employees are an integral part of who we are—you do and think matters.

The Milk Receiver is responsible for receiving raw milk from dairy tankers to support pasteurization and processing operations. Ensures all incoming product meets company specifications and complies with federal, state, and company quality and safety standards.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily...

• Receives milk and condensed milk from delivery trucks for processing.
• Pulls samples of milk for quality testing to ensure compliance with company and government standards.
• Adheres to all food safety policies and regulatory requirements, including FDA, HACCp, GMP, and OSHA.
• Utilizes established inventory systems to track and manage product flow.
• Communicates effectively with Production Supervisors and Lab Technicians regarding product issues or concerns.
• Participates in initiatives to improve workplace safety, reduce waste, and enhance production efficiency.
• Cleans and maintains the equipment according to sanitation and maintenance standards.
• Completes all required training in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of dairy production and process flow preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.
• Basic computer skills; SAP experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working with automated equipment.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.

• Communication
  • Communicate clearly and effectively through multiple channels oral, written, visual, and non‑verbal ensuring our messages are understood and delivered appropriately, whether in‑person or digitally.
• Accountability
  • Take responsibility for actions and anticipate challenges before they arise.
  • Solve problems both within and outside of departments, proactively addressing issues as they occur.
• Customer Focused
  • Prioritize understanding and meeting both internal and external customer needs.
  • Ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty by anticipating customer requirements and striving for exceptional service.
• Initiative
  • Proactive in identifying opportunities and addressing potential threats.
  • Act independently and decisively, rather than waiting for situations to demand action.
• Problem‑Solving
  • Possess the ability to identify and address complex issues with minimal guidance.
  • Skilled at analyzing challenges and finding practical, effective solutions.
• Collaboration
  • Take responsibility for deliverables while also supporting others to ensure that collective goals are met.
  • Able to work harmoniously with others toward a common goal, recognizing and valuing each person's contributions, is fundamental to successful collaboration.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to reach, bend, extend, and lift 50-60 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an…