Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmer of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Filler Operator position!
We offer excellent benefits and competitive pay with great growth opportunities!
External Candidate -$1,500.00 sign-on bonus
Additional shift details are to be provided during the interview process.
3rd Shift 10:30 pm to 7:00 am. Off Wednesday and Sunday
GENERAL PURPOSE
Operate filler equipment of various product families following regulatory standards.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Cleaned, set up, operated, and monitored production line equipment.
- Complete all required documentation and schedule quality checks.
- Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of products.
- Make adjustments to filler timing and filling; check mat as needed.
- Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.
- Collect required samples needed for quality assurance testing.
- Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced.
- Watch for jams on the label operator and effectively thread wrap to prevent downtime due to errors.
- Perform filler and filler line changeovers safely and efficiently.
- Complete the cleaning checklist once the line has completed the run.
- Prepare equipment for the next run to include size changes as needed.
- Maintain communication with other departments, supervisors, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.
- Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs.
- Utilizing a continuous improvement mindset assists in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
- Report any food safety and food quality-related issues to management immediately.
- Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues.
- Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
- The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees but are not a complete list of required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be assigned as required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred.
- Certification and/or License - may be required during employment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Able to effectively work in a team environment.
- Able to write entries legibly for record-keeping.
- Able to use company computer systems.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Able to follow directions.
- They can add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran