Production Operator

Darigold Careers; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness benefits

Paid vacation, sick and holidays

Pension contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Premium pay for off shifts and relief

Job summary

Darigold is seeking a motivated Production Operator for the Bozeman Plant to maintain continuous operation of a filling and packaging line in a fast-paced dairy facility. The role requires adherence to Food Safety and Quality standards and active communication with supervisors and the Quality Manager.

The ideal candidate works well in a rigorous environment, can train others in inventory and labeling, and collaborates with the shift team to ensure seamless production and documentation flow.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 55 pounds frequently.
• Standing, walking, bending for 8–12 hours.
• Climb stairs and traverse wet floors.
• Organize and analyze process problems.

Responsibilities

• Operate UP Filling machines safely and efficiently.
• Inspect filling process and monitor machine operation.
• Maintain weights, measures, and proper code markings.
• Manage required inventory for the filling process.
• Assist with palletizing and hand stacking as needed.
• Print and validate batch packets; ensure data accuracy.
• Collaborate with line teammates; cross-train on line operations.
• Operate Box Former as needed; pull packaging for production.
• Safely operate forklift or pallet jack; load to Warehouse.
• CIP sanitation of work area and keep area clean per GMP.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Filling equipment operation

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Inventory and labeling training

Reading and following directions

Tools

Scan gun

Batch ticketing

Weighing and labeling

Job description

Darigold is seeking a motivated Production Operator to join the team at our Bozeman Plant. The Production Operator must possess the desire and ability to work in a fast and safe manner in the Filling and Packaging area of the Bulk Milk Processing plant. The ideal candidate for this role excels in working in a fast-paced, rigorous environment and is a team player. This position will advance your skills and promote a self-activating work group. This position is responsible for maintaining the continuous operation of a filling and packaging line of the facility while following all Food Safety and Quality requirements as outlined in Darigold’s Good Manufacturing Policy, the position's Standard Operating Procedures, and facility employee training sessions. The position is also required to report any concerns that may impact Food Safety or Quality to their immediate supervisor, the plant Quality Manager, or the Plant Manager.

Darigold is the fifth largest dairy cooperative in the United States based on milk volume, and one of the largest privately held organizations headquartered in the state of Washington. Since 1918, our producers have taken pride in producing dairy products with unsurpassed quality. Today we are one of the nation’s largest agricultural cooperatives, producing over 8.5 billion pounds of milk every year. Through innovative technology and our efficient, flexible production capabilities, we deliver value-added products and customer-driven solutions. Darigold is now known throughout the world for bringing fresh, wholesome dairy products and ingredients from the Northwest to people all around the globe.

What You Will Do:

• Safe, efficient operation of the UP Filling machines
• Inspecting and monitoring the filling process ensuring proper machine operation
• Maintaining and monitoring weights and measures; ensuring proper code markings and labeling
• Maintaining and monitoring any required inventory necessary for the filling process
• Supporting as needed palletizing of milk product; Hand stacking of product as required
• Printing and validating batch packets; operates scan gun and verifies that data and documentation are accurately reconciled, balanced, printed, collected, and passed on through appropriate channels
• Works in close collaboration with the entire line of workers
• Working in conjunction with the Supervisor and Filler Operator on shift will cross-train on all of the line operations
• Operates the Box Former as needed
• Pulls packaging for production
• Safely operates a forklift or pallet jack; loads product for transfer to the Warehouse
• Performs CIP sanitation of the work area; maintains organization of the work area; and performs ongoing cleaning tasks in compliance with good manufacturing and warehouse practices
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

What You Will Bring:

• Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 55 pounds frequently, between floor level and chest level
• Must be able to continuously stand, walk, flex, stretch, twist, and move throughout the area for 8 to 12 hours
• Must be able to climb stairs and traverse potentially uneven wet flooring
• Ability to organize and analyze process problems
• Must be able to train others in inventory and labeling processes
• Strong oral and written communication skills; must be able to read and follow directions
• Must be able to master and safely operate filling equipment on the line as well as pallet jack and forklift
• Ability to learn and master scanning, batch ticketing, and basic computer use
• Must have basic arithmetic skills; able to read and understand instructions
• Able to write legibly
• Must be able to monitor and inspect inventory and reconcile receipt/distribution of product
• Must be able to follow instructions with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Processes

Benefits of Working at Darigold:

We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We’re proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• Health and Wellness benefits
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Premium pay for off shifts (night, swing) and vacation relief (where applicable)

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affi... etc. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify - please follow the links for details, English / Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement, English / Spanish .

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