Production Clerk

Saputo, Inc.; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Meaningful compensation & benefits

Community involvement

Job summary

Saputo, Inc. is seeking a Production Clerk to support manufacturing by coordinating tasks, tracking materials, and maintaining records to ensure efficient production flow. The role involves data entry, inventory checks, and reporting across ERP systems.

Ideal candidates will have strong data-entry skills, familiarity with SAP/DMS, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This on-site role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to quality standards.

Qualifications

• Accurate data entry and record-keeping are crucial.
• Effective written and verbal communication with team and other departments.
• Forklift certification may be required.
• Knowledge of SQF, HACCP, SOP, 5S, GMP is preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate data entry and reporting of ingredients, raw material usage, and inventories into the ERP system daily.
• Support inventory control activities with daily, weekly, monthly, and end-of-fiscal-period checks.
• Review and resolve material inventory variances in ECC supporting receiving, mix/blend and filling operations.
• Investigate and communicate material usage discrepancies with leadership.
• Monitor system functionality and correct data-entry errors to prevent delays.
• Record daily production volume and validate OEE for daily and weekly plans.
• Assist leadership in developing training materials and maintaining procedures.
• Use SAP and other tools to identify actionable insights.
• Perform general clerical duties and support audits.

Skills

Data entry

Record-keeping

Communication

Forklift certification

ERP systems

Tools

SAP

DMS

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?

Job Description Summary:

The Production Clerk actively supports manufacturing and/or production process by coordinating tasks, tracking materials, and maintaining records to facilitate efficient production flow.

How you will make contributions that matter …

• Perform accurate data entry and reporting of ingredients, raw material usage, and inventories into the ERP system to support usage and inventory integrity on a daily basis
• Support inventory control activities - frequency can include daily weekly, monthly, fiscal quarter-end and fiscal year-end.
• Review, analyze and resolve material inventory variances in the Enterprise Control Component (ECC) in support of receiving, mix/blend and filling operations.
• Investigate and communicate material usage inventory discrepancies with leadership team.
• Monitor system functionality, resolve transactions and data entry errors or incidents to prevent production delays.
• By production line, record daily production volume and product activity and validate OEE in support of both daily and weekly production plan
• Help to identify projects based on data collected from shift notes and downtime logs
• Assist production leadership in developing training materials, coaching, updating, implementing, and maintaining procedures
• Use a variety of data analysis and SAP tools to discover the most impactful insights
• Perform typical administrative duties: filing, faxing, scanning, emailing, report writing, and other clerical duties.
• Support internal/external audits.
• Perform good housekeeping within established housekeeping guidelines.
• Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.
• Work together professionally in a team environment with coworkers and other department personnel.
• Monitor deliverables and ensure timely completion of projects
• Other duties as required by management

You are best suited for the role if you have the following experience, skills, and qualifications …

• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and maintain organized records
• Accurate data entry and record-keeping are crucial
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with team members and other departments
• Proficiency in using computer software for data entry, record-keeping, and communication (SAP/DMS)
• Ability to identify and resolve issues related to production, inventory, or scheduling
• Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift certification, if applicable
• Demonstrated work history
• A working knowledge of food manufacturing acronyms (SQF, HACCP, SOP, 5S, GMP, etc.)
• Good attendance is a must

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

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

Physical Demands

Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Ability to work for periods of time in a manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift

Physical lifting up to 40lbs unassisted

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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Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA, LLC are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under law, please visit www.EEOC.gov.

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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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