Filler Operator: Food Packaging & QC

Paradise Tomato Kitchens; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradise Tomato Kitchens in Louisville, KY is seeking a Production BS Full Time Manual Labor role. You will ensure proper package size and filling according to the customer’s specification by following the product playbook, working with QA and supervision to meet code, weight and temperature requirements.

Responsibilities include operating filling equipment, controlling weights, tracking temperatures, sanitation, and documenting filling and PM activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and/or two years related work experience.
• Experience with Cryovac filling machines preferred.
• Prior maintenance or technical experience in the food industry preferred.
• Must be able to become certified and maintain forklift certification.
• Knowledge of raw materials and production processes.
• Knowledge of arithmetic and their applications; basic math skills.
• Familiar with computers and electronics.
• Ability to follow procedures and work in orderly sequence.
• Ability to concentrate in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper package integrity: date codes, pouch size, temperatures, weights; verify seals.
• Maintain weight control with inline weight checkers.
• Monitor processing temperatures, kettle levels and weight control.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation in filling, batching, scale-up areas.
• Complete required filling, sanitation and PM documentation.
• Document and maintain information to improve processes.
• Operate and adjust filling equipment to specifications.
• Contribute to maintenance of filling equipment and conveyor systems.
• Understand PLC parameters for production lines and CIP processes.
• Assist with shift change communications and safety programs.
• Train and mentor new employees as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual labor

Reading & writing

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years related work experience

Tools

Cryovac filling machines

Job description

Paradise Tomato Kitchens in Louisville, KY is seeking a Production BS Full Time Manual Labor role. You will ensure proper package size and filling according to the customer’s specification by following the product playbook, working with QA and supervision to meet code, weight and temperature requirements.

Responsibilities include operating filling equipment, controlling weights, tracking temperatures, sanitation, and documenting filling and PM activities.