Gator Line Operator-ANY

O-AT-KA Milk Products LLC; City of Batavia (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. in Batavia, NY, seeks a production line operator to support the GATOR line across all shifts, including weekends and holidays. You will learn and operate filling, seaming, capping, labeling, and packaging equipment, and complete daily shift reports while maintaining food-safe procedures.

Safety, GMPs, and accurate documentation are essential as you contribute to a high-quality dairy processing operation with a strong local presence.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be available for all shifts (1st, 2nd, & 3rd).
• Must have appropriate level mathematical skills for calculating processes.
• Must have reading comprehension for completing required paperwork, SOPs, manuals and shift reports.
• Must have the physical ability to lift 60 pounds and work on elevated walkways/ platforms.

Responsibilities

• Learn and demonstrate knowledge of all Line operations/equipment on the Gator line.
• Operate and clean filling, seaming and capping equipment.
• Operate retorts and material handling systems.
• Operate labelers and associated equipment.
• Operate case packer, line palletizer and related equipment.
• Complete daily shift reports and maintain production paperwork.
• Follow cleaning procedures and maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management or supervisors.

Job description

Join a team that nourishes life from farm to table! Upstate Niagara Cooperative, proudly owned by 200+ local family farms, is one of America’s largest and most stable dairy cooperatives. Guided by farmer- and employee-led values, we process and market high-quality milk, yogurt, dips, sour cream, cottage cheese, and more under our trusted brands: Upstate Farms®, Bison®, Milk for Life®, and Intense Milk®. Here, you’ll support sustainable farming, strong communities, and the mission to deliver fresh, local dairy to families every day.

Must be able to work Weekends and Holidays. Must be available for all shifts (1st, 2nd, & 3rd)

• Learn and demonstrate knowledge of all Line operations/equipment in Gator including:
  • Ability to operate and clean filling, seaming and capping equipment.
  • Ability to operate the retorts and material handling systems.
  • Understand and operate the labelers along with associated equipment.
  • Ability to understand and operate the case packer, line palletizer and associated equipment.
  • Ability to diagnose problems and take appropriate action.
  • Ability to accurately use Manufacturing Execution System.
  • Ability to perform all change overs in all areas.
  • Complete Daily shift report and collect production line paperwork
  • Follow cleaning procedures and inspection of equipment to maintain safe food processing expectations.
  • Maintain safe and clean work environment throughout the GATOR line.
• In General: Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned by management including supervisors, work group leads and trainers responsible for these areas.
• Must maintain constant awareness of surrounding environment for the purpose of protecting personal safety and the safety of food products being processed on the line.
  • Each individual is responsible for their personal safety and the care and use of all Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Must practice Good Manufacturing Procedures at all times.
  • Must practice Security Procedures at all times.
  • Must be conscientious, dependable and reliable.
• Must have appropriate level* mathematical skills required for calculating processes.
• Must have appropriate level* reading comprehension for completing all:
  • Required paperwork, Standard Operating Procedures, manuals and verifying all production counts and updating shift report paper work verbally, in writing, by computer and/or scanner(s).
• Must have the physical ability and dexterity to perform the duties of this position including;
  • The lifting of material weight of 60 pounds.
  • Working from elevated walkways, platforms, stairs and ladders.

Pay: $23.00/hour during training, increasing to $30.50/hour upon successful completion of training.

*The hourly rate as indicated in the CBA. The posted pay rate reflects just one component of our total rewards package. Other components of the total rewards package may include participation in group health and/or dental insurance, retirement plan, paid time away from work, and paid holidays.

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

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