Dairy Filler Operator - 12h Rotating Shifts

Ida Milk LLC; Burley (ID); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ida Milk LLC is seeking a Filler Operator to help produce safe, high-quality ESL and aseptic UHT dairy products. You will operate, monitor, and maintain high-speed filling equipment, supporting food safety, product quality, line performance, and accurate production documentation. This position may support any shift.

The role requires following SOPs, PPE, sanitation, and food-safety requirements while collaborating with Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams. Pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Food, dairy, or beverage manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic math, reading comprehension, and communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English as needed to understand safety instructions, procedures, and production records.
• Familiarity with dairy processing, ESL/UHT filling equipment, pumps, mix-proof valves, control systems, or CIP is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and follow food-safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor filling and related production equipment.
• Complete startup checks, initial-run testing, and equipment-cleanliness verification.
• Perform finished-product quality tests and verify compliance with specifications.
• Maintain accurate production, material-usage, sanitation, and cleaning records.
• Document deviations and production information using ERP systems.
• Perform routine operator maintenance and assist with minor equipment repairs.
• Troubleshoot equipment, production bottlenecks, and quality concerns.
• Follow SOPs and requirements for PPE, chemical handling, sanitation, confined spaces, and food safety.
• Work closely with Production, Maintenance, and Quality personnel to resolve issues.
• Support audits, operator training, and continuous-improvement projects.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Recordkeeping

English communication

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pumps

Control systems

Clean-in-Place (CIP)

ERP documentation

Job description

Ida Milk LLC is seeking a Filler Operator to help produce safe, high-quality ESL and aseptic UHT dairy products. You will operate, monitor, and maintain high-speed filling equipment, supporting food safety, product quality, line performance, and accurate production documentation. This position may support any shift.

The role requires following SOPs, PPE, sanitation, and food-safety requirements while collaborating with Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams. Pre-employment checks apply.