Machine Operator

Borden Dairy; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in dairy production is seeking a dedicated Filler Operator for its production floor. The ideal candidate will operate and maintain filler equipment, ensuring compliance with food safety standards while monitoring product quality. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with related experience preferred. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to troubleshoot operational challenges.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in the food and beverage industry preferred.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot process data.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor filler equipment adhering to food safety standards.
• Complete quality checks and documentation.
• Make adjustments to filler timing as necessary.

Skills

Basic math competency

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

One to two years related experience

Job description

Overview:
The Filler Operator is an important part of our production floor. The Operator runs and maintains fillers in a continuous flow vat to process milk, cream, and other dairy products, following specific methods and formulas. As a Filler Operator, you will be responsible for quality, food safety and product specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Clean, set-up, operate and monitor filler equipment
• Complete all required quality checks and documentation
• Collect required samples needed for Quality Assurance testing
• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of product
• Make adjustments to filler timing and filling; check vat as needed
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties
• Perform filler equipment and filler line changeovers for next run safely
• Working knowledge with wrapper operations; watch for jams and effectively thread product wrap
• Complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run
• Follow all sanitation and quality policies and procedures, and report any deficiencies
• Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced
• Responsible for adhering to food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent regulatory, customer and SQF requirements
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or, equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience analyzing and troubleshooting process data and equipment performance data to improve quality and throughput
• Basic math competency required to perform calculations
• Overtime and working on holidays is often required
• Experience within the food and beverage industry preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend required for virtually the entire shift. Occasionally required to climb or balance. Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 75 pounds
• Must be able to work in a wet environment
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals
• Exposure to nut allergens