3rd Shift Filler Machine Operator – Packaging Expert

Dairy Farmers of America; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

7 paid holidays annually

Uniforms provided

Safety toe shoes

Prescription safety eyewear

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America operates a Green Bay facility producing processed cheese products, sauces, spreads, and nondairy condiments. This role focuses on operating filler machines, maintaining packaging standards, and documenting production steps to ensure quality and safety. You may advance learning to run 1–3 fillers while supporting a clean, organized workspace.

We value teamwork, safety, and adherence to GMP. Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED and at least 1 year in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing or machine operation experience.
• Experience in a food production or packaging environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Clean, set up, operate, and monitor filler equipment to achieve safe and efficient production
• Load and verify correct packaging materials for each product run
• Set machine speeds and adjust filler timing, fill volume, and other parameters using HMI control panels
• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and packaging integrity throughout production
• Perform quality checks and collect samples for testing to confirm compliance with standards
• Diagnose and troubleshoot machine performance issues, elevate when needed
• Complete accurate documentation of production processes and shift handoffs

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Documentation

Basic math

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1+ year manufacturing/machine operation

Food production/packaging experience

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America operates a Green Bay facility producing processed cheese products, sauces, spreads, and nondairy condiments. This role focuses on operating filler machines, maintaining packaging standards, and documenting production steps to ensure quality and safety. You may advance learning to run 1–3 fillers while supporting a clean, organized workspace.

We value teamwork, safety, and adherence to GMP. Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED and at least 1 year in manufacturing.