Production Line Attendant (3rd Shift)

Saputo, Inc.; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Employee stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking team members for packaging operations at our facility. You will clean, assemble, and operate packaging lines, ensuring products meet specifications and safety standards.

The role requires readiness to work a shift from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM and to rotate through line positions as needed. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities to contribute to a growing, inclusive dairy company.

Qualifications

• Can consistently push, pull, and lift between 20 and 40 pounds.
• Frequent bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, and maneuvering around manufacturing equipment.
• Able to stand or walk on concrete for extended periods.
• Able to work scheduled hours and overtime as needed.
• Reliability, honesty, respect, attention to detail, and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with GMP, SOP, HACCP, SSOP, and H&S.
• Package cheese into designated materials and assist setup of packaging process.
• Identify out-of-spec product conditions and follow notification protocols.
• Perform quality checks against customer specs and production sheets.
• Enter data on production reports and maintain clean work area.

Skills

Physical strength

Reading production worksheets

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

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?

Shift (10:00PM to 11:00PM Start) (6:00AM to 7:00AM End)

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter:

• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to, GMP, SOP, HACCP, SSOP, and H&S.
• Efficiently package cheese into desired packaging material.
• Identify and communicate any out-of-spec product conditions; follow the established notification protocol.
• Assist in the set-up of the packaging process, to include machinery, date code printers, computers, product labels, proper vat selection, added ingredients, etc.
• Quality checks to assure product is packaged according to customer specifications on production sheet (price/date/label/packaging).
• Ability to read and comprehend production worksheets.
• Keep work area neat, clean, and organized at all times.
• Make productive use of down time.
• Attends various mandatory safety and departmental meetings.
• Able to rotate into all positions on the line.
• Box and palletize boxes according to instructions: ensuring accurate counts and proper identification.
• Sanitize lines when needed.
• Enter data on production reports

All Saputo employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures. All Saputo employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program. Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Can consistently push, pull, and lift between 20 and 40 pounds.
• Can work with frequent bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, and maneuvering around manufacturing equipment.
• Can continuously stand or walk on a concrete surface.
• Can work scheduled hours and required overtime as needed.
• Display traits of reliability, honesty, respect, attention to detail, and punctuality.
• Have basic analytical and numerical skills and the ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in different units of measurement.
• Can communicate effectively and efficiently.
• Have a working knowledge of Safety Methods and Procedures.
• Are self-motivated, able to multi-task, can work independently, and as part of a team.
• Are committed to food safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate professionalism and positively represents and promotes Saputo at all times.
• Ability to work in 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 40-lbs unassisted frequently throughout the shift.
• Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment, and following approved chemical handling procedures.

Benefits

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With…

• Comprehensive benefit programs that include medical, dental and vision insurance, EAP, 401k, employee stock options, paid time off.
• Employee recognition and incentive programs.
• Opportunities to contribute to your community via a VTO program and plant engagement activities.

Pay $26.62 an hour + Shift Differential

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.

Accessibility

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. endeavors to make Saputo.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 214-863-2300 or email [e-mail]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

EEO

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. 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

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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