Filler/Operator 1st Shift

About the role

Friendly's Ice Cream is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. We manufacture ice cream products and are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy. By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters.

Responsibilities

• Operate ice cream filling equipment to produce high-quality products
• Monitor production lines to ensure efficiency and product consistency
• Perform routine quality checks and maintain sanitation standards
• Follow food safety and hygiene protocols in a wet environment
• Work as part of a team to meet production goals

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• 1 year of experience required
• Able to perform basic math operations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
• Experience in the food and beverage industry preferred
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for the entire shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, including overhead
• Willingness to work in a wet environment and with cleaning chemicals
• Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must pass pre-employment screens (drug, background, and criminal checks)

Benefits

• 401(k) with company contribution (100% of first 3%, 50% on 4-5%)
• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth opportunities with internal promotions
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Uniforms provided

Schedule

• Monday to Friday with seasonal Saturdays
• 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM