Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmer of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Filler Operator position!

We offer excellent benefits and competitive pay with great growth opportunities!

External Candidate -$1,500.00 sign-on bonus

Additional shift details are to be provided during the interview process.

3rd Shift 10:30 pm to 7:00 am. Off Wednesday and Sunday

GENERAL PURPOSE

Operate filler equipment of various product families following regulatory standards.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cleaned, set up, operated, and monitored production line equipment.
• Complete all required documentation and schedule quality checks.
• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of products.
• Make adjustments to filler timing and filling; check mat as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.
• Collect required samples needed for quality assurance testing.
• Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced.
• Watch for jams on the label operator and effectively thread wrap to prevent downtime due to errors.
• Perform filler and filler line changeovers safely and efficiently.
• Complete the cleaning checklist once the line has completed the run.
• Prepare equipment for the next run to include size changes as needed.
• Maintain communication with other departments, supervisors, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.
• Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs.
• Utilizing a continuous improvement mindset assists in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
• Report any food safety and food quality-related issues to management immediately.
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues.
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees but are not a complete list of required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be assigned as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred.
• Certification and/or License - may be required during employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Able to effectively work in a team environment.
• Able to write entries legibly for record-keeping.
• Able to use company computer systems.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to follow directions.
• They can add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

An Equal Opportunity Employer