Filler Operator Third Shift

Dairy Farmers of America; City of Rensselaer (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America in New York is seeking a production line operator to operate filler equipment across product families in a fast-paced plant. You will monitor packaging, document quality checks, and ensure compliance with GMP and safety standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate record-keeping, and adaptability for line changes, with a focus on food safety, sanitation, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate filler equipment and monitor packaging on the production line.
• Complete required documentation and quality checks.
• Monitor weights, seals, and overall product packaging.
• Make timing adjustments to filler and perform line changeovers.
• Troubleshoot basic to moderate operating issues and collect QA samples.
• Maintain GMP compliance and safe working conditions.
• Communicate with colleagues and supervisors about issues affecting efficiency.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Follow directions

Basic math

English literacy

Fast-paced environment

Computer systems usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification/License may be required

Tools

Company computer systems

Job description

Overview

GENERAL PURPOSE

Operate filler equipment of various product families following regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment of the production line
• Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks
• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of product
• Make adjustments to filler timing and filling; check mat as needed
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties
• Collect required samples needed for quality assurance testing
• Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced
• Watch for jams on the label operator and effectively thread wrap to prevent downtime due to error
• Perform filler and filler line changeovers in a safe and efficient manner
• Complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run
• Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed
• Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
• Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred
• Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to effectively work in a team environment
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
• Able to use company computer systems
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to follow directions
• 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

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans