Packaging Operator

Saputo Inc.; Troy (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Meaningful compensation & benefits

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

Saputo USA Inc. is hiring for a night shift production role in North Carolina. You will operate packaging equipment, set up coating, labeling, and case coding, and ensure accurate production records. The job emphasizes adherence to SOPs, GMPs, and food safety guidelines.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and 2 years in dairy or food manufacturing. Lift truck certification is a plus, with opportunities for growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing.
• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Lift truck certification or the ability to obtain one.
• Familiarity with SOPs and GMPs (SQF, QA/QC, HACCP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate production packaging equipment safely and efficiently.
• Set up and replenish gluer/taping equipment.
• Follow SOPs in detail and document production records accurately.
• Verify case quantities, product IDs, and production dates.
• Perform equipment setup, change-overs, and clean-up operations.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures and GMP requirements.
• Cross-train with other departments and assist audits.

Skills

Food manufacturing experience

Strong math skills

Strong communication skills

Good attendance

Reading SOPs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lift truck certification

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?

THIS IS A NIGHT SHIFT; HOURS 6PM - 6AM.

Position Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of production packaging equipment to include: Automated case forming, packaging and palletizing equipment.
• Set-up, operate and replenish fiber gluer and/or taping equipment.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP's) in detail without deviation.
• Generate pallet identification labels in accordance to the production run schedule. This includes the verification of case quantity, product, product ID and production dates.
• Set-up case coding equipment and validate product case codes in accordance with code specifications.
• Verify and record accurate product case quantities.
• Identify and effectively communicate any out-of-specification product conditions. Follow the established notification protocol.
• Perform routine equipment adjustments.
• Safe operation of a lift truck.
• Accurately and neatly complete production records and documents.
• Perform equipment change-overs, clean-up operations and equipment set-up.
• Perform environmental controls.
• Perform product reclaim and rework operations in accordance with reclaim guidelines.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Follow all established occupational health and safety procedures.
• Follow all established GMP's and Food Safety requirements.
• Cross-train with other departments.
• Perform good housekeeping within established housekeeping guidelines.
• Comply with federal, state and local dairy food regulations.
• Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics, actively apply the Saputo Company Values and Workplace Climate Policy.
• Work together with co-workers and other department personnel.
• Other duties as required by management.

You are best suited for the role if you…

Job requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Minimum of (2)-two years of demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing, dairy food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications is a plus, but not required.
• An working understanding of food manufacturing acronyms (SQF, QA/QC, CQP, QAP, HACCP, SOP,5S, GMP, etc.).
• Lift truck certification or the ability to obtain a lift truck certification (Powered Industrial Truck).
• Strong math skills.
• Strong technical skills, ability to operate and understand equipment controls, touch panels and mechanical operations.
• Successful completion of drug screen andbackground check.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated work history.
• Good attendance is a must.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with…

• Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

Pay rate starting at $21.18

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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