Blow Mold Master Operation Technician - 3rd Shift

Dairy Farmers of America; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health benefits

Job summary

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is seeking a Blow Mold Master Operator Technician for the 3rd shift in Franklin, MA. The role offers competitive pay, a $1,500 external sign-on bonus, and steady growth opportunities.

The technician will operate and monitor blow molding equipment, complete quality checks, and follow GMP and safety requirements while maintaining accurate production records. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 2–4 years in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 to 4 years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in dairy or consumer goods.
• Certification and/or license may be required during employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of line duties including highly skilled operator roles and break relief tasks; troubleshoot and repair minor issues.
• Clean, set up, operate, and monitor production line equipment.
• Ensure correct materials are used for each product and complete quality checks.
• Review charts and specifications in hard copy and electronic formats.
• Sanitize and clean equipment; prepare for next run and perform equipment changes as needed.
• Troubleshoot moderate to complex operating issues and document results clearly.
• Communicate with other departments and supervisors about problems impacting production.
• Follow GMP and all safety, quality, and sanitation standards.

Skills

Plant operations

Teamwork

Communication

English literacy

Education

High school diploma

Certification/license

Job description

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Blow Mold Master Operator Technician 3rd Shift!

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

3rd Shift Monday thru Friday from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM.

Sign on Bonus of $1,500 for External Candidates

Rate $22.25/hr. + $1.50/hr. Shift Dif. (2nd and 3rd Shift)

GENERAL PURPOSE

Demonstrate proficiency in a range of processes, procedures, and equipment to perform various operator roles, including those of a highly skilled nature, in the plant production environment. Serve as a resource to others to solve problems and/or assist with operator activities or production equipment.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform a variety of line duties within the manufacturing environment to include highly skilled / senior-level processing, machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Blend/Filler/CIP/Retort/ Evaporator/Pasteurizer operators). This may include troubleshooting and performing minor maintenance repairs
• Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment on the production line
• Ensure that the proper materials are used for each product being produced
• Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks
• Review charts, screens, quality check sheets, and specifications that are in both hard copy and electronic format
• Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks as required to maintain plant equipment; complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run
• Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed
• Troubleshoot and resolve moderate to complicated operating difficulties
• 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 paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's
• Review process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot
• Assist with training efforts in functional area as needed
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• 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
• 2 to 4 years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry
• Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employme

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Considerable knowledge of plant operations
• Proficiency with company computer systems
• Able to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories
• Able to take initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to follow directions and meet deadlinesAble to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
• 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 including Disabled/Veterans