Corrugated Machine Filler Operator - 1st Shift

About the role

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Machine Operator - Filler 1st Shift. We offer excellent benefits and competitive pay with great growth opportunities!

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
• Adjust 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

Qualifications

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

Skills

• 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

Pay

$20.00/hr. Sign on Bonus of $1,500 for External Candidates

Schedule

1st Shift Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 3:30PM