Dairy Production Operator — Skilled & Safe

Saputo, Inc.; Friendship (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is hiring for Semi-Skilled Labor to support production lines with safe, efficient operations and strict adherence to SOPs. Responsibilities include hand-stacking, case packing, tooling setup, and accurate recordkeeping in a fast-paced dairy environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or 1 year of relevant experience, strong math/computer skills (SAP a plus), and reliable attendance. Pre-employment screening and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Preferred: Experience in food manufacturing, warehousing, or dairy production.
• Strong math and computer skills (SAP experience is a plus).
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Consistent and reliable attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient production support, including hand-stacking, case packing, housekeeping, product conveying, and reclaim.
• Follow SOPs in detail without deviation.
• Set up packaging coders and validate product codes per specifications.
• Identify and report out-of-specification product conditions following notification protocols.
• Perform routine equipment adjustments using hand tools.
• Safely operate a lift truck to move materials as needed.
• Accurately complete production records and documentation.
• Assist with equipment changeovers, CIP/SIP, clean-up, and setup.
• Perform department environmental controls and product reclaim/rework operations.
• Package and stack products.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Follow all occupational health and safety procedures, GMPs, and food safety requirements.
• Cross-train with other departments.
• Maintain clean work areas within established housekeeping guidelines.
• Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics, Company Values, and Workplace Climate Policy.
• Work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

SAP experience

Math skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year relevant work experience

Job description

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is hiring for Semi-Skilled Labor to support production lines with safe, efficient operations and strict adherence to SOPs. Responsibilities include hand-stacking, case packing, tooling setup, and accurate recordkeeping in a fast-paced dairy environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or 1 year of relevant experience, strong math/computer skills (SAP a plus), and reliable attendance. Pre-employment screening and background checks are required.