PET Filler Operator - BCV - N2 (6pm-630am)

Job Overview

The PET Filler Operator plays a key role in executing assigned Production tasks. This includes setting up, operating, cleaning, and troubleshooting production equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures. Key Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for operating assigned filling equipment to include Setup, prestart, startup, operation, shut down, and cleaning, in accordance with standard operating procedure.
• Troubleshoots equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Operates and monitors high-speed PET bottle filling lines for fluid milk, flavored milk, cream, half & half, and other ESL/Aseptic dairy products.
• Set up and adjust PET filling machines including filler valves, conveyors, and bottle guides to maintain accurate and consistent fill volumes and weights.
• Operate cap sorters, cap elevators, and rotary capping/torquing heads; perform checks at defined intervals to ensure proper cap application and seal integrity.
• Execute PET bottle format and SKU changeovers including bottle size, cap size, and product type changes with minimal downtime.
• Ensure a consistent and uninterrupted supply of PET bottles to the filling line; remove defective bottles before they enter the filler.
• Perform visual and dimensional bottle inspections prior to filling infeed; identify and remove defective bottles.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on filling equipment including lubrication, seal inspection, and filler valve cleaning; communicate mechanical faults to maintenance promptly.
• Conduct in-process quality checks including fill volume, fill weight, cap torque, and seal integrity; segregate and hold any non-conforming product.
• Clears any jam-ups and restore production line operation. Notifies others of mechanical malfunctions to increase productivity and equipment capabilities and begins to identify areas where operators can assist in resolving concerns.
• Monitor and document CIP processes including chemical conductivity, temp and time controls for CIP and perform manual washing of equipment following COP procedures.
• Maintain production schedule, meet order expectations, monitor variances, and report out of spec., daily planning, and schedule of production, and participate in waste reduction efforts (MUV).
• Utilizes inventory control system to ensure proper updating of inventory and to look up necessary details.
• Maintain an organized and efficient workspace to comply with 5s standards.
• Communicates effectively between shifts and other departments.

Min. Qualifications

• A GED or High School Diploma is preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or machine operation experience is preferred.