Dairy Filler Operator — 3rd Shift, $21/hr + $1.50 Diff

Chestnut Labs; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus of $1,500 for External

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America is hiring for a 3rd shift production operator. The role involves operating filler equipment, performing quality checks, and ensuring proper packaging across product lines. Excellent benefits and competitive pay accompany opportunities for growth.

The position requires teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to GMP, SOPs, and safety standards. High school diploma preferred; certification may be required during employment.

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

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Teamwork

Record keeping

Computer systems

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification/LICENSE may be required

Job description

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America is hiring for a 3rd shift production operator. The role involves operating filler equipment, performing quality checks, and ensuring proper packaging across product lines. Excellent benefits and competitive pay accompany opportunities for growth.

The position requires teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to GMP, SOPs, and safety standards. High school diploma preferred; certification may be required during employment.