Filler Operator - 2nd Shift

Dairy Farmers of America • Pacific, MO

82d • $19

About The Position

Pacific Dairy, a DFA company, is seeking a Filler Operator to join their team! The position involves operating and monitoring equipment on the production line, ensuring quality checks, and maintaining communication with other departments. The role requires a focus on safety and compliance with health regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred
• Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment

Responsibilities

• Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment of the production line
• Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks
• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of product
• Make adjustments to filler timing and filling; check mat as needed
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties
• Collect required samples needed for quality assurance testing
• Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced
• Watch for jams on the label operator and effectively thread wrap to prevent downtime due to error
• Perform filler and filler line changeovers in a safe and efficient manner
• Complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run
• Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed
• Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
• Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Growth Opportunities
• 401k

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees