Filler Operator

About the role

This is a 6am-6:30pm position on a 2-2-3 rotation (C Crew).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production filler equipment to ensure food safety, product quality and conformity to customer standards and specifications.
• Safely and efficiently set up, operate and clean filler machines/equipment as assigned.
• Be proficient in Sterilize-in-Place (SIP), operation and/or Clean-in-Place (CIP) of assigned filler machine.
• Perform basic clean, inspect and lube functions including basic Preventative Maintenance (PMs).
• Actively participate in startup, troubleshooting/adjustment, stop/reset and shutdown of line equipment; clearing jams and reporting malfunctions to Supervisor as needed.
• Perform changeovers and line clears; accurately setting up next item's packaging and coding.
• Report out-of-standard/specification results to the Quality Department and Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Complete handwritten instructions and on-line documentation including Quality and Critical Control Point (CCP) checks accurately and at the required frequencies.
• Maintain accurate and detailed work logs and inventory records.
• Monitor and review inventory and production levels to achieve the most efficient operating conditions.
• Maintain assigned work area and production environment in a clean orderly condition; completing environmental cleaning requirements as needed.
• Actively participate in shift exchanges and work team meetings.
• Consistently meet production needs and goals while making efforts to minimize product shrink and downtime.
• Report unsafe conditions or other compliance issues to the Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Identify Critical Control Points (CCP).

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.
• This position requires the ability to work with dairy and nut products in addition to other related ingredients and allergens.
• Safety Protocol: Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures. Correct or report any observed safety hazards. Support safety policies and programs.
• This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED Preferred.
• Experience: Minimum one (1) year of experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Certification/Licensure: Ability to be Lockout Tagout (LOTO) certified.

Skills Required

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Dedication to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, establish priorities, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization.
• Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English to ensure understanding of safety instructions, work procedures, policies, and communications essential to job performance in this role.
• Basic math skills plus fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Able to exchange basic informational data (fill out forms/checklists, copy data from one record to another, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.
• Must be comfortable lifting 50+ lbs.
• Must be able to complete and pass required Wonderlic test.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one, including an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP plus an additional company contribution toward retirement every year.
• Opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when company goals are met.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one.
• Up to $5,000 annually toward childcare costs, including independent babysitters.
• Wellness Incentive and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) for fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
• Tuition reimbursement for further education relevant to your role, career goals, and the company.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet, and mental health benefits starting day one.
• Partners Helping Partners program – organized fundraisers by and for employees who need extra help.