3rd Shift Filler Operator VFFS

Skjodt-Barrett Foods•Lebanon, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for operating a Vertical Form, Fill, and Seal (VFFS) machine on the 3rd shift. The operator will set up, change over, troubleshoot, and monitor the machine to ensure quality production and conformity to standards. Responsibilities include recording data, replenishing supplies, ensuring correct coding, performing quality checks, completing documentation, and basic machine cleaning. Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Requirements

Previous experience operating a Vertical Form, Fill, and Seal machine.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Ability to read, write and speak English REQUIRED.
Experience running and troubleshooting machinery required.
Proficient at basic addition and subtraction.
Understands temperature and weight measures.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a food manufacturing facility a plus.

Responsibilities

Set up Vertical Form, Fill, and Seal filling machine, readying it for production.
Change over Vertical Form, Fill, and Seal machine for various production runs.
Troubleshoot Vertical Form, Fill, and Seal machine.
Observe Vertical Form, Fill, and Seal machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of filled products to standards. Adjust machine as necessary to gain or maintain compliance.
Stop or reset Vertical Form, Fill, and Seal machines when malfunctions occur, troubleshooting as necessary and communicating with supervision and maintenance as necessary.
Record production and test data regularly, such as temperature, test results, and cycle time.
Replenish packaging supplies.
Ensure packaging supplies match the descriptions provided on the filling sheets.
Ensure coder is operational and code printed onto pouch is correct.
Perform regular product quality checks, ensuring product meets specifications.
Complete documentation.
Perform basic Vertical Form, Fill, and Seal machine cleaning procedures.