Position : Filler Operator 2nd Shift

Location : Franklin, Massachusetts

Requisition ID: : 27225

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmer of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Filler Operator 2 nd Shift !

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

External Candidate -$1,500.00 sign-on bonus

2 nd Shift 3 :00 p m to 1 1:00 p m Tu esday - Saturday .

GENERAL PURPOSE

Operate filler equipment of various product families following regulatory standards.

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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred.

• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Able to effectively work in a team environment.

• Able to legibly write entries 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.

• Able to 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