Operator

Saputo, Inc.; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a production operator to run portion cup creamer filling machines and package product. You will follow safety rules and GMP/HACCP standards while maintaining quality and efficiency.

This role requires teamwork, attention to detail, and readiness to perform setting up fillers, sampling, sanitation, and reporting issues. Join a leading dairy company that values people and communities.

Responsibilities

• Work safely by following all safety rules and procedures.
• Follow GMP and HACCP requirements.
• Follow MSS.
• Report food safety or quality problems and assist in corrective actions.
• Complete paperwork and charts timely and legibly.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area.
• Ensure adequate supply of cartons and cups to prevent line stops.
• Set up the filler for production.
• Pull creamer samples for lab tests and weight checks.
• Sanitize CIP of filler and attached lines.
• Report maintenance issues to the maintenance team.
• Keep supervisor informed about production vs plan and downtime causes.
• Other duties as assigned by management/supervision.

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? Operates portion cup creamer filling machines and packages product.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Work in a safe manner by following all safety rules, regulations and procedures.
• Follow all GMP and HACCP requirements.
• Follow MSS.
• Responsible for reporting food safety or quality problems to management and assists in implementing corrective action measures.
• Complete all paperwork, charts, etc., in a timely and legible manner.
• Maintain general housekeeping; maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Maintains adequate supply of cartons and cups to avoid line interruptions.
• Sets up filler for production.
• Pulls creamer samples for lab testing, vacuum checks and to ensure correct weights.
• Performs sanitation and CIP of filler and attached tanks/lines.
• Bring all maintenance related issues to the maintenance department through the use of a maintenance request form or immediate request over the paging system.
• Keep supervisor informed regarding actual versus planned production and nature of production disrupting problems and reasons for equipment downtime.
• Other duties as assigned by management/supervision.

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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EEO

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Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly. Our caring teams process about 10 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 50 countries. With 54 manufacturing facilities and over 18,100 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, and the United Kingdom. All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way.

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