ESL Filler Operator

Empire Livestock LLC.; Santa Ana, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire Livestock LLC. is seeking a production team member for the third shift (10:00pm - 2:30pm, Mon-Fri). You will operate ESL filling lines, perform CIP sanitation, and ensure product quality while maintaining high uptime.

The role requires following GMPs, accurate record-keeping, and safe operation of forklifts and related equipment. Education of a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, with production experience valued.

Qualifications

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Certification and/or License may be required during employment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor ESL filling lines to meet schedules and quality standards.
• Perform sanitation, CIP procedures, and equipment cleanup.
• Conduct dye checks, weight adjustments, and packaging quality inspections.
• Sterilize and maintain ESL filling equipment.
• Minimize downtime and maintain productivity.
• Operate box-forming, coding/marking, and casing equipment.
• Follow GMPs, food safety regulations, and company policies.
• Document production, quality, and sanitation activities accurately.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach lifts as required.
• Communicate with supervisors and team members; work independently or in a team.
• Assist with additional duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Follow instructions

Attention to detail

English literacy

Ability to learn CIP/QA procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintain safe and efficient operation of filler equipment while maximizing production up-time, minimizing shrink, and maintaining quality.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Available to work 3rd Shift 10:00pm - 2:30pm Monday - Friday off Saturday and Sunday

• Set up, operate, and monitor ESL filling lines to meet production schedules and quality standards
• Perform sanitation, production startup, CIP (Clean-In-Place) procedures, and equipment cleanup activities
• Conduct dye checks, weight adjustments, and packaging quality inspections
• Perform sterilization and routine maintenance of ESL filling equipment
• Maintain optimum productivity levels while minimizing downtime
• Operate box-forming, coding/marking, and casing equipment
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety requirements, and company policies
• Complete production, quality, and sanitation documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach lifts as required
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance personnel, and team members
• Work independently and as part of a production team to achieve operational goals
• Assist with additional duties and projects as assigned by management

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Production or general work experience preferred
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to follow directions and carry out instructions
• Able to effectively work in a team environment
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• 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

Must have a working knowledge of sanitation, production and CIP clean up.

Must be able to perform dye checks, weight adjustments and overall packaging duties.

Must be able to do full clean up, sterilization, production and maintenance of ESL fillers.

Must be able to maintain optimum productivity on a daily basis.

Ability to perform heavy manual labor.

Must be able to operate box forming and casing equipment.

Must be able to set up and operate coding/marking equipment.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range

$25.23-$32.54

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans