Filler Operator

New Dairy Texas - Lafayette; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Borden Dairy is seeking a consistent and efficient Filler Operator to join our production team in a high-volume dairy facility. You will operate and maintain fillers, ensure product quality, and follow food safety standards to meet specifications.

Responsibilities include setting up equipment, performing quality checks, sampling for QA, and adjusting processes. Strong English communication is needed; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• Experience in the food and beverage industry preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English; bilingual skills beneficial.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends, and various shifts.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Clean, set up, operate, and monitor filler equipment.
• Complete all required quality checks and documentation.
• Collect samples for Quality Assurance testing.
• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of products.
• Adjust filler timing and filling; check vats as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating issues.
• Perform filler equipment and line changeovers safely for the next production run.
• Operate wrapper equipment; monitor for jams and properly thread product wrap.
• Complete cleaning checklist after each production run.
• Follow all sanitation and quality policies and report any deficiencies.
• Ensure correct packaging materials are used for each product.
• Adhere to food safety and quality system requirements, including regulatory, customer, and SQF standards.
• Assist in identifying process improvement opportunities.
• Operate casing and stacking equipment.

Skills

Food & beverage experience

Process data analysis

English communication

Bilingual (beneficial)

Teamwork in fast-paced environments

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We’re on theMoo-ve with new opportunities!! And you know, if it’s Borden, it’s got to be good!

At Borden Dairy, we’ve embraced the“Glass Half Full” mindset since 1857. Guided by our beloved mascot, Elsie, we spread joy and optimism to American families everywhere. Our vision is simple: to be the best-in-class dairy company in the markets we serve.As we look to the future, Borden is entering an exciting phase — reintroducing Elsie to a new generation and reaffirming our commitment to quality, tradition, and community.

Join Elsie’s Herd today!

POSITION SUMMARY

Borden Dairy is seeking aconsistent and efficient professionalto join our team as aFiller Operator. In this dynamic role, you will operate and maintain fillers in a continuous flow vat to process milk, cream, and other dairy products, following specific methods and formulas. You will be responsible for ensuring product quality, food safety, and adherence to product specifications.

Job Responsibilities

• Clean, set up, operate, and monitor filler equipment.
• Complete all required quality checks and documentation.
• Collect samples for Quality Assurance testing.
• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of products.
• Adjust filler timing and filling; check vats as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating issues.
• Perform filler equipment and line changeovers safely for the next production run.
• Operate wrapper equipment; monitor for jams and properly thread product wrap.
• Complete cleaning checklist after each production run.
• Follow all sanitation and quality policies and report any deficiencies.
• Ensure correct packaging materials are used for each product.
• Adhere to food safety and quality system requirements, including regulatory, customer, and SQF standards.
• Assist in identifying process improvement opportunities.
• Operate casing and stacking equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• Experience in the food and beverage industry preferred.
• Experience analyzing and troubleshooting process and equipment data to improve quality and throughput.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; capable of performing basic mathematical calculations and accurately recording data. Bilingual skillsare beneficial.
• Ability and willingness to workovertime, weekends, holidays, andvarious shiftsas required.
• Demonstrated ability to workindependently and collaborativelyin fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Physical Demands

• Must be able tostand, walk, kneel, and bendfor virtually the entire shift.
• Occasionally required toclimb or balance.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to50 lbs; occasionally lift and/or move more than75 lbs.
• Ability to work for extended periods in a cold, damp environment.
• Occasional exposure tofumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Exposure to nut allergens.

EEO Statement:

The Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a disabled veteran or other protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance, in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations in every location in which the Company has facilities. This continuing policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to: recruitment or recruitment advertising, hiring, placement, promotions, demotions, transfers, layoffs, furloughs, recalls, terminations, leaves of absence, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, internships, and apprenticeships.

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