Filler Machine Operator — 12h Rotating Shifts, Growth

Lactalis; Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lactalis in the USA is seeking a production operator to join our dairy manufacturing team. You will operate filling and packaging equipment, perform setup and cleaning, and help ensure product quality and safety on a 12‑hour rotating shift.

Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail are essential, as is the ability to work with teammates in a fast-paced environment. We offer competitive hourly wages with a 15% shift differential and opportunities for growth within a global, family‑owned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience operating filling machines preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• This position necessitates conformance to personal hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate filling/Packaging equipment, adhering to all quality assurance, productivity, OSHA, and safety standards.
• Assemble and disassemble equipment for proper cleaning/sanitizing and operating per manufacture instructions
• Monitor and control the flow of product through machine.
• Adhere to established testing procedures and provide required samples to the laboratory for appraisal prior to finished product being stored in the warehouse.
• Maintain food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Required to wear food safety/sanitation clothing.
• This position necessitates conformance to personal hygiene regulations.
• Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Ensure all programs are being upheld and documentation is current.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reading manuals/schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lactalis in the USA is seeking a production operator to join our dairy manufacturing team. You will operate filling and packaging equipment, perform setup and cleaning, and help ensure product quality and safety on a 12‑hour rotating shift.

Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail are essential, as is the ability to work with teammates in a fast-paced environment. We offer competitive hourly wages with a 15% shift differential and opportunities for growth within a global, family‑owned