Filler Operator - 2nd Shift

Shift & Schedule

2nd shift, 12:00 pm – 8:30 pm. Must be able to work overtime, weekends and holidays.

Pay

$21.00 per hour.

Why You Will Love Working At Maola®

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 — what you do and what you think matters.

Summary

Tends machines that perform one or more packaging functions, such as filling, marking, labeling. Starts machine and observes operation to detect malfunctions. Stops machine and reports malfunction to supervisor. Various machines involved in this operation such as the 30‑Valve filler; Quart filler; Nep filler; Bulk filler; 18‑Valve plastic filler; and the 1/2 Gallon paper filler.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Tends machine that fills pasteurized products into containers.
• Examines containers from all lines for seals, labels, weights, dates, and valves; checks seals for stains and valves for excess leakage.
• Reviews with the lab for approvals of each product change on each machine.
• Observes flow of milk into machine and removes defective containers.
• Notifies foreman of machine malfunction.
• Places containers on machine and adjusts machines of various sizes.
• Records information in 15‑minute intervals for weight, date, and label.
• Follows all safety and food quality standards.
• Performs organoleptic testing (sensory testing with taste, smell, touch, and sight) on finished product.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Basic Requirements

• High school diploma, General Education Degree (GED), or International Education Equivalent.
• Related experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Competencies

• 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.

Physical Demands

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; and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. Must be able to reach, bend, extend, and lift 50–60 pounds. Also required to handle dairy products and push/pull stacks of products weighing up to 200 lbs. Frequently required to perform organoleptic assessments, requiring the acute physical ability to taste, smell, see, and feel product samples to detect deviations in flavor, aroma, color, and texture. Must be physically able to consume and evaluate a wide variety of food ingredients, including potential allergens (e.g., dairy, wheat, soy, nuts) processed in the facility.

Work Environment

The work environment may require working in a cooler room with varying temperatures and may include contact with water or dairy liquids. Exposed to a noise level of 90 decibels (moderate/high). Wet/slippery work conditions are present.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Additional benefits available within the first month