Dairy Packaging Operator — 24/7 Shift

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc.; Town of Delhi (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. is seeking a production operator for its 24/7 dairy facility in New York. You will be responsible for safe operation of gable-top carton filling and packaging equipment, testing for quality, and following SOPs while maintaining accurate production records.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of food manufacturing experience. Lift truck certification and strong attention to detail are valued, with training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years of demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing.
• Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications is a plus, but not required.
• Able to understand equipment controls, touch panels and mechanical operations.
• Strong math skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated good attendance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate production equipment including gable-top carton filling and packaging equipment.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) without deviation.
• Collect routine product samples and perform routine seal integrity testing.
• Set up packaging processes and validate product codes per code specifications.
• Complete production records accurately and neatly.
• Perform equipment change-overs, CIP/SIP, clean-up and setup.
• Operate a lift truck safely.
• Support internal and external audits and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Math skills

Verbal & written communication

Technical skills

Tools

Lift truck certification

Job description

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. is seeking a production operator for its 24/7 dairy facility in New York. You will be responsible for safe operation of gable-top carton filling and packaging equipment, testing for quality, and following SOPs while maintaining accurate production records.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of food manufacturing experience. Lift truck certification and strong attention to detail are valued, with training provided as needed.