Filler Operator - Q11

Meadow Gold is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands.

Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we're passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Meadow Gold, we create healthy and nutritious products and are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.

By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities - come join us!

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment of the production line

* Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks

* Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of product

* 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 error

* Perform filler and filler line changeovers in a safe and efficient manner

* Complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run

* Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed

* Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, 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 SOP's

* Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist 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 employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

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  At the end of every shift, your trash must be taken out and your area must be swept and the debris picked up, no exceptions.

  
  
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  Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

  
  

THESE POSITIONS EARN $24.16 PER HOUR, PLUS OVERTIME AND SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL.

THE SCHEDULE IS Monday - Friday 11:00PM-07:00 AM.

IT IS A REGULAR, FULL-TIME POSITION, WORKING AT LEAST 40 HOURS PER WEEK

BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Union pension plan and 401(k)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Employee referral program
• Uniforms provided
• Work for dairy farm families