3rd Shift Filler Operator — $21+/hr, $1.50 Diff, Sign-On

Garelick Farms, LLC; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits and competitive pay

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is seeking a 3rd shift operator to run filler equipment and ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires operating and monitoring lines, completing documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, with additional certifications potentially required during employment. Benefits and a sign-on bonus are offered.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate filler equipment of various product families following regulatory standards.
• 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.
• Adjust 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.

Skills

Teamwork

Clear communication

English proficiency

Record keeping

Computer skills

Math basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification/License may be required

Job description

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is seeking a 3rd shift operator to run filler equipment and ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires operating and monitoring lines, completing documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, with additional certifications potentially required during employment. Benefits and a sign-on bonus are offered.