Blow Mold Operator - 1st Shift

Garelick Farms•Franklin, MA

About The Position

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is hiring a Blow Mold Operator to operate plastic blow molding machines and ensure container production is safe, efficient, and high quality in accordance with company policies and procedures. The role includes operating production stations, monitoring product and equipment performance, documenting required information, and communicating problems or concerns that may affect efficiency. The operator also supports continuous improvement, food safety, quality, sanitation, and regulatory compliance. The schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with every other Monday from 4:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The listed pay rate is $21.00 per hour. External candidates are eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Able to work effectively in a team environment.
Able to write legible entries for record keeping.
Able to use company computer systems.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Able to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.
Able to follow directions.
Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred.
Certification and/or license may be required during employment.

Responsibilities

Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles.
Operate bagger and debagger stations.
Troubleshoot and implement minor repairs of blow mold equipment.
Train others on blow mold operations.
Communicate with other departments, management, and employees about problems or concerns that may restrict efficiency.
Document all required information in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Analyze process and equipment performance data to improve quality and throughput and troubleshoot issues.
Assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes through continuous improvement.
Report food safety and food quality issues to management immediately.
Maintain safe working conditions and comply with state and federal health and safety regulations.
Follow DFA good manufacturing practices and corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.