Whey Bagging Apprentice — Training & Growth

Lactalis USA; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Lactalis USA in Buffalo, NY is seeking a whey bagger trainee to join our dairy production team. You will operate filling and sealing equipment to maintain a smooth flow of product and support a clean, safe work environment.

The role requires basic math and analytical skills; a high school diploma or GED is required, and a valid driver's license is essential. Weekend work and rotating days off Wednesday and Thursday are part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous food/dairy manufacturing experience preferred.
• Applicants must have good analytical and mathematical skills.
• Valid Driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Operates filling equipment and sealing equipment to ensure a smooth, continuous flow of product.
• Troubleshoots and resolves operational/mechanical problems in a timely basis.
• Disassembles and assembles equipment associated with the bagging operation.
• Follows proper cleaning and sanitizing procedures.
• Operates lift truck.
• Completes paperwork in an accurate and timely manner, including bag powder log and pallet markers.
• Continuously monitors for abnormalities or inconsistencies in the texture, color, odor of the product.
• Monitors for proper code and legibility of whey bags, abnormalities or inconsistencies in print quality or structure of the bags or totes.
• Ensures bags and totes are sealed to specifications.
• Ensures pallet labeling information is correct.
• Always maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Inform supervisor immediately of any problems regarding unmet specifications.
• Days off are Wednesday/Thursday. Weekend work is required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical ability

Valid driver's license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Lactalis USA in Buffalo, NY is seeking a whey bagger trainee to join our dairy production team. You will operate filling and sealing equipment to maintain a smooth flow of product and support a clean, safe work environment.

The role requires basic math and analytical skills; a high school diploma or GED is required, and a valid driver's license is essential. Weekend work and rotating days off Wednesday and Thursday are part of the schedule.