Machine Operator- Filler- 3rd Shift

Dairy Farmers of America; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a production line filler operator to operate and monitor the filler equipment across product families in a fast-paced plant in Frederick, MD.

You will perform changeovers, ensure quality checks, complete documentation, and uphold GMP and safety standards while coordinating with other departments to keep production running smoothly. This role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to adapt to varying packaging formats and line speeds.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate filler equipment for various product families following regulatory standards.
• Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor the production line.
• Complete required documentation and quality checks.
• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and packaging quality.
• Make timing adjustments and perform line changeovers safely.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.
• Collect samples for quality assurance testing.
• Ensure proper packaging materials are used for each product.
• Watch for jams on the label operator and thread wrap to prevent downtime.
• Complete cleaning checklist after run.
• Prepare equipment for next run and size changes as needed.
• Maintain communication with other departments and notify of problems.
• Document all information per SOPs.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes through continuous improvement mindset.
• Report any food safety/quality issues to management.

Skills

Teamwork

Record keeping

Company systems

Fast-paced work

Clear communication

Follow directions

Arithmetic

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Warehouse/production experience

Certification/License may be required

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE

Operate filler equipment of various product families following regulatory standards.

JOB DUTIES AND 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

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