Filler Operator 1st. Shift

Franklin, Massachusetts

Employer: Dairy Farmers of America
Industry: 
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Description

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmer of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Filler Operator 1 st . Shift!

We offer excellent benefits and competitive pay with great growth opportunities!

External Candidate -$1,500.00 sign-on bonus

1 st . Shift 5:00AM to 3:30PM Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays OFF.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Operate filler equipment of various product families following regulatory standards.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment of the production line.
  • Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks.
  • Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of product.
  • 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 error.
  • Perform filler and filler line changeovers in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run.
  • Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed.
  • Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, 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 SOP's.
  • Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist 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 employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.


Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred.
  • Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Able to effectively work in a team environment.
  • Able to legibly write entries 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.
  • Able to 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
Created: 2024-09-23
Reference: 27810
Country: United States
State: Massachusetts
City: Franklin

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