Machine Operator (FT)

New Dairy Kentucky
De Pere, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2024
Overview:
The Filler Operator is an important part of our production floor. The Operator runs and maintains fillers in a continuous flow vat to process milk, cream, and other dairy products, following specific methods and formulas. As a Filler Operator, you will be responsible for quality, food safety and product specifications.

Responsibilities:
  • Clean, set-up, operate and monitor filler equipment.
  • Complete all required quality checks and documentation
  • Collect required samples needed for Quality Assurance testing
  • Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of product
  • Make adjustments to filler timing and filling; check vat as needed.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties
  • Perform filler equipment and filler line changeovers for next run safely
  • Working knowledge with wrapper operations; watch for jams and effectively thread product wrap
  • Complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run
  • Follow all sanitation and quality policies and procedures, and report any deficiencies
  • Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced
  • Responsible for adhering to food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent regulatory, customer and SQF requirements
  • Assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School Diploma or GED; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Experience analyzing and troubleshooting process data and equipment performance data to improve quality and throughput
  • Basic math competency required to perform calculations
  • Overtime and working on holidays are often required.
  • Experience within the food and beverage industry preferred.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 
  • Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend required for virtually the entire shift. Occasionally required to climb or balance.  Frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 35 pounds. 
  • Must be able to work in a wet environment
  • Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals
  • Exposure to nut allergens

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Working Conditions: Must be able to stand for extended periods. 

Language Skills:  Ability to communicate in English is required; however, bilingual skills may be preferred based on business necessity.

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