Filler Operator, 3rd Shift

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain filling equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production.
• Adhere to safety and quality protocols, troubleshoot equipment issues, and minimize downtime.
• Ensure production equipment is supplied with materials according to production schedules.
• Take immediate corrective action to address food safety concerns and report issues to the Supervisor and Quality Manager/Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace throughout the shift.
• Oversee assigned production processes from startup through packaging operations.
• Communicate effectively with the Quality team and Plant Management regarding operational or safety concerns.
• Support the Shift Lead and Supervisor as assigned.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently in compliance with company standards.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, Food Safety, SOP, and Injury & Illness Prevention Program requirements.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with supervisors, leads, employees, and management.
• Efficiently operate and perform changeovers on assigned production and packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Utilize facility maintenance request systems to submit work orders as necessary.
• Chemical Handling Knowledge of Titration or concentration testing for CIP Chemicals (Caustic).
• Lockout/Tagout Training for Safe Cleanings of Equipment.
• Troubleshooting Ability to identify root causes of equipment failure.
• 5S experience & Kaizen to reduce waste.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in beverage or food processing preferred.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Ability to perform basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division across all units of measure.
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate clearly and effectively.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, climb stairs and ladders, and lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and experience with Redzone applications preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete and maintain all required equipment-specific training, certifications, and operational qualifications.

Skills

• Chemical Handling Knowledge of Titration or concentration testing for CIP Chemicals (Caustic).
• Lockout/Tagout Training for Safe Cleanings of Equipment.
• Troubleshooting Ability to identify root causes of equipment failure.
• 5S experience & Kaizen to reduce waste.

Benefits

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

Pay

The expected hourly rate for this position is between $21.00 - $26.00 per hour based on a full-time schedule. As a 3rd shift employee, your shift differential pay is $1.00 for all hours worked during your assigned shift. Shift Differential Pay is subject to change.

Schedule

The position is classified as Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime).