Attendant, Production I

Saputo Inc. • Newington, CT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

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? This is a hands-on role for a 24/7 manufacturing facility. Our equipment operators are assigned to a team on a 24/7 operation to support manufacturing. This can either be rotating, days, swing or night shifts and weekends. Work days and shifts may change to help cover vacations/absences, during plant downtime or related events such as audits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in food manufacturing, warehousing, dairy food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Good math skills.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated work history.
• Good attendance is a must
• Must possess a strong work character and have the ability to work in a team environment.
• Must possess a strong work ethic and passion for the job.
• Ability to multi-task and follow instructions.
• Must be self-motivated and self-directed to support complex operations.
• Critical thinking and ability to analyze data and situations is a must.
• This involves being detail oriented with strong emphasis on accuracy and organization.

Nice To Haves

• dairy food manufacturing experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of production equipment, which may include: packaging equipment, case gluer, case tape machine, stretch wrapper and conveying equipment.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP’s) in detail without deviation.
• Set-up packaging coders, validate product codes in accordance with code specifications.
• Inspect product for defects.
• Sort, identify and remove out-of-specification product.
• Package product, either manually or operate packaging equipment in accordance with customer orders and specifications.
• Perform routine equipment adjustments.
• Accurately and neatly complete production records and documents.
• Assist with equipment size and packaging change-overs, CIP/SIP, clean-up and equipment set-up.
• Perform product reclaim and rework operations.
• Support internal audits.
• Follow all established occupational health and safety procedures.
• Follow all established GMP’s and Food Safety requirements.
• Perform good housekeeping within established housekeeping guidelines.
• Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics, actively apply the Saputo Company Values and Workplace Climate Policy.
• Work together in a team environment with co-workers, cross-train and rotate positions frequently.
• Other duties as required by management.

Benefits

• We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.
• Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA, LLC are equal opportunity employers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED