Blow Mold Operator - 2nd Shift

Dairy Farmers of America; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Garelick Farms, part of Dairy Farmers of America, is seeking a Blow Mold Operator for the 2nd shift (Mon-Fri 3:00 PM–11:30 PM) to ensure safe, efficient production of containers. The role offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus for external candidates, a starting rate of $20.00 per hour plus $1.50 per hour shift differential, and opportunities for growth within a team-focused environment.

Responsibilities include monitoring lines, operating equipment, documenting data, and continuous improvement

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

• Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles.
• Operate bagger and debagger stations.
• Troubleshoot and repair blow mold equipment.
• Train others on blow mold operations.
• Maintain safety and GMP compliance.
• Document information per SOPs.
• Analyze process data to improve quality and throughput.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Report food safety issues to management.
• Maintain safe working conditions and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Teamwork

Record keeping

Computer systems

Fast-paced

English proficiency

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Warehouse/production experience

Certification/licensing may be required

Job description

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a

Blow Mold Operator 2nd Shift!

We offer excellent benefits and competitive pay with great

growth opportunities!

2nd Shift Monday thru Friday from 3:00PM to 11:30PM.

Sign on Bonus of $1,500 for External Candidates

Rate $20.00/hr. + $1.50/hr. Shift Dif. (2nd and 3rd Shift)

GENERAL PURPOSE

Operate plastic blow molding machines to ensure production of containers is made in a safe, efficient, and high-quality manner according to established company policies and procedures.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles.
• Operate bagger and debagger stations.
• Troubleshoot and implement minor repairs of blow mold equipment.
• Train others on blow Mold operations.
• Maintain open communication with other departments, management, and employees to notify of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict efficiency.
• Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's.
• Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot.
• 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 including Disabled/Veterans