Packaging Operator: Impactful Dairy Production

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc.; Troy (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking a skilled production associate to operate and optimize packaging lines in a dairy manufacturing setting. You will set up and run case forming, labeling, coding and palletizing operations while adhering to SOPs, GMPs, and food safety standards.

The role requires basic math and strong mechanical aptitude, with a focus on accuracy, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Starting pay is $21.18 per hour, with opportunities for growth and cross-training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing.
• Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications is a plus, but not required.
• Working understanding of food manufacturing acronyms (SQF, QA/QC, CQP, QAP, HACCP, SOP, 5S, GMP).
• Lift truck certification or ability to obtain a lift truck certification (Powered Industrial Truck).
• Strong math skills and strong technical skills to operate equipment controls.

Responsibilities

• Operate production packaging equipment including automated case forming, packaging and palletizing.
• Set up, operate and replenish fiber gluer and/or taping equipment.
• Follow SOPs in detail without deviation.
• Generate pallet identification labels and verify quantities and dates.
• Set up case coding equipment and validate product codes.
• Follow established health and safety procedures and GMP requirements.
• Complete production records accurately and neatly.

Skills

Strong math skills

Strong verbal and written communicate

Good attendance

Strong technical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lift truck certification

SQF

QA/QC

HACCP

Job description

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking a skilled production associate to operate and optimize packaging lines in a dairy manufacturing setting. You will set up and run case forming, labeling, coding and palletizing operations while adhering to SOPs, GMPs, and food safety standards.

The role requires basic math and strong mechanical aptitude, with a focus on accuracy, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Starting pay is $21.18 per hour, with opportunities for growth and cross-training.