Machine Operator Trainee — Launch Your Dairy Career in Buffalo

Lactalis USA; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off from day one

Education Reimbursement

Retirement plan contributions

Insurance coverage options

Job summary

Lactalis USA in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Machine Operator Trainee to support the mozzarella packaging line. You will perform pre-shift inspections, set up the packaging machine for production, and monitor line operation to ensure quality and efficiency.

This entry-level role emphasizes hands-on learning in a food manufacturing environment, with training in preventative maintenance, changeovers, and safety. A High School Diploma/GED and mechanical aptitude are required, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Computer knowledge is helpful.

Responsibilities

• 1. Perform pre-shift operational inspection to determine condition of packaging machine.
• 2. Set up packaging machine and packaging line for product to be run.
• 3. Monitors packaging machine during line operation to ensure proper operation.
• 4. Troubleshoots and resolve operational /mechanical problems in a timely basis to ensure an efficient smooth flow of product.
• 5. Changes forming and non-forming film in a timely fashion to ensure a continuous, efficient flow of product.
• 6. Performs changeover(s) as needed.
• 7. Performs preventative maintenance on a daily/weekly schedule as required.
• 8. Maintains an open line of communication with casepack operators, palletizers, feeders, brine attendants, and Supervisor.
• 9. Continuously monitors for abnormalities or inconsistencies in the texture, shape, color, or odor of the cheese.
• 10. Continuously monitors for foreign material in or on the product, proper code and legibility of product to be packaged and of the carton.
• 11. Continuously monitors for abnormalities or inconsistencies in the print quality and construction of shipper cartons.
• 12. Ensures cartons are sealed to specification.
• 13. Continuously monitors for a proper seal and vacuum of packages being run
• 14. Ensure proper weight ticket information.
• 15. Ensures proper nutrition labels are in each pocket where required.
• 16. Keeps work area neat and clean at all times.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Lactalis USA in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Machine Operator Trainee to support the mozzarella packaging line. You will perform pre-shift inspections, set up the packaging machine for production, and monitor line operation to ensure quality and efficiency.

This entry-level role emphasizes hands-on learning in a food manufacturing environment, with training in preventative maintenance, changeovers, and safety. A High School Diploma/GED and mechanical aptitude are required, with opportunities for