UP Filler Operator

Darigold; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer 401K contributions

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Life & disability coverage

Paid time off & holidays

8 weeks paid parental leave

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Matching donations

Job summary

Darigold seeks a UP Milk Cooler Operator at our Boise facility. You will operate a two-lane filler, maintain line speeds, and ensure product quality while documenting data and following GMPs.

You will work in a fast-paced dairy environment, collaborating with a self-activating team to drive safety and efficiency on the production line.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment.
• Familiarity with GMPs and QA checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate Two Lane Modern Filler and related production tasks.
• Maintain speeds and efficiency; monitor product quality.
• Complete QA checks and documentation accurately.
• Keep work area clean and safe; follow sanitation protocols.
• Communicate with supervision on mechanical issues and process improvements.

Skills

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Sanitation procedures

Safety compliance

Communication

Multitasking

Attentive to detail

Flexibility

Education

Food manufacturing background

Dairy industry experience

Job description

Darigold is seeking to fill a UP Milk Cooler Operator position at our Boise facility. UP Milk Cooler Production workers must be motivated and desire to be members of a self-activating team that works safely and drives quality on the production line. The ideal candidates for this role excel in a fast paced, rigorous environment and thrive in a team-based work setting.

What You Will Do

• Operates Two Lane Modern Filler and jobs associated with production. (Y tank CIPs, Setup)
• Ensure the machine runs at posted speeds for size and efficiency at all times
• Ability to hit targets, delivering increased output figures
• Check product to insure correct code date and label identification
• Documents all production data clearly and accurately
• Keep supervision and maintenance informed of any mechanical issues.
• Monitor and ensure product quality, and maintain the product in specifications
• Responsible for maintaining and assisting in minimizing losses of packaging materials and other materials used in this job function.
• Inspect the equipment prior to setting up for production, during production, during CIP and report possible mechanical deficiencies.
• Must be able to complete all QA checks and documentation accurately.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Ability to work with required sanitation chemicals
• Ability to utilize professional methods of communication within the Culture department to create a positive environment
• Completes PMs and other environmental tasks as assigned
• Follows all procedures in the cleanup process including GMP’s
• Follow and comply with Safety and quality assurance practices
• Supports coworkers running other culture machines as needed.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by leads/supervisors/managers

What You Will Bring

• Ability to frequently lift 55 lbs.
• Ability to stand of extended periods of time
• Ability to follow all clean up procedures
• A self-motivator with the ability to multitask
• Ability to communicate and work well with others and management
• Proven ability to maintain professionalism, while managing multiple competing tasks in a high volume, fast paced, time sensitive environment
• High level of organizational skills
• Excellent attendance and work performance
• Understanding and adherence to all GMP’s
• Ability to work days off/overtime when necessary
• Excellent mechanical aptitude
• Ability to conduct business in a manner consistent with Darigold mission, values, policies and Code of Conduct.

Education, Experience, and Certifications

• Food background preferred, specifically dairy
• Experience in a variety of manufacturing areas, within consumer products preferred

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 are proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards

Package – That Includes

• Employer 401K contributions
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
• Employer paid life & disability coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Education assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Community giving through matching donations
• Access to great dairy products & participation in our employee butter purchase program

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 Affimitative Action Employer. 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.