Packaging Operator

Responsibilities

• Supports a culture that is consistent with Saputo’s values.
• Follows established department GMP’s, SOP’s and batch record instructions.
• Understand and follow all SOP’s.
• Ability to continuously lift over 50lbs during a scheduled work shift.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, nights, and additional hours beyond regularly scheduled shift to cover vacancies.
• Ability to work indoors, and in dusty environments.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs, ladders, and work in elevated areas of the plant.
• Ability to obtain a license and operate a forklift.
• Ensure accurate information of operating logs, metal detector, batch records and transactions are recorded.
• Confirms each task is completed on time.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary atmosphere, with a high regard for food safety and environmental impacts.
• Attends various mandatory safety and departmental meetings.
• Communicates in a courteous and positive manner to accomplish duties effectively, working as a team with all involved.
• Affords assistance to other personnel as needed and performs other duties essential to the department as requested.
• Performs hook ups and CIP on the dryer equipment.
• Trained to operate the dryer.
• Trained to operate the Lactose Evaporator.
• Covers as Lactose Operator when needed.
• Trained to run Protein Dryer.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, related post-secondary training is an asset.
• 3-5 years of customer service experience in a manufacturing, farming or agriculture environment is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong customer service focus is required.
• Attention to detail data entry into ERP Software.

Qualifications

We support and care for our employees by providing them with:

• Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment.
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family.
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.

Salary Range - $24.81 “Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, educations, skills and training”

Benefits

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

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