Filler Operator - Nights

Saputo Inc.•Biscoe, NC

About The Position

The Filler Operator safely and efficiently operates production equipment, including Purity filling equipment, in a dairy food manufacturing environment. The role follows detailed standard operating procedures and established aseptic, food safety, quality, and occupational health and safety practices. Operators collect product samples, conduct routine quality checks, set up portion-control cups and seals and coders, verify product codes, adjust equipment, and communicate out-of-specification conditions through established protocols. The position also involves lift truck operation, completing production records, equipment changeovers and setup, CIP/SIP, cleanup, environmental controls, and product reclaim and rework. The operator supports audits, cross-trains with other departments, maintains housekeeping standards, complies with applicable dairy food regulations, and works with coworkers and other department personnel. Other duties may be assigned by management. This is a hands-on role in a 24/7 manufacturing facility. The posting identifies a night shift of 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., while noting that assigned days and shifts may change to cover staffing needs, downtime, audits, or related events, and that weekend work may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least two years of demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing.
Working understanding of food manufacturing terminology and acronyms, including SQF, QA/QC, CQP, HACCP, SOP, 5S, and GMP.
Lift truck certification or ability to obtain Powered Industrial Truck certification.
Strong math skills.
Proficient computer skills, including software use and data entry.
Strong technical skills and ability to operate and understand equipment controls, touch panels, and mechanical operations.
Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated work history.
Good attendance.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise and changing temperatures, including hot, wet, cold, and humid conditions, while maneuvering around equipment throughout the shift.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and climb consistently throughout a 12-hour shift.
Fine manipulation and dexterity, including gripping and squeezing.
Visual acuity, including ability to see color.
Ability to work with chemicals, wear personal protective equipment, and follow approved chemical-handling procedures.
Ability to lift up to 55 pounds to shoulder height frequently throughout the shift.
Shift flexibility, including the ability to work assigned rotating, day, swing, or night shifts and weekends, with workdays and shifts subject to change to cover vacations or absences, plant downtime, audits, or related events.

Nice To Haves

Dairy food manufacturing experience preferred.
Advanced quality or food safety training and/or certifications.
SAP experience.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate production equipment, including Purity filling equipment.
Follow standard operating procedures in detail without deviation.
Collect routine product samples and inspect cups and seals for leaks or defects to ensure product quality specifications are met.
Follow established aseptic controls and procedures.
Set up appropriate portion-control cups and seal materials according to the production run schedule.
Set up coders and validate product codes against code specifications.
Identify and communicate out-of-specification product conditions, following established notification protocols.
Perform routine equipment adjustments according to product type.
Operate a lift truck safely.
Complete production records and documents accurately and neatly.
Perform equipment changeovers, CIP/SIP, cleanup, and equipment setup.
Perform environmental controls.
Perform product reclaim and rework according to established guidelines.
Support internal and external audits.
Follow occupational health and safety procedures, GMPs, and food safety requirements.
Cross-train with other departments.
Maintain good housekeeping according to established guidelines.
Comply with federal, state, and local dairy food regulations.
Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics and apply Saputo Company Values.
Work with coworkers and personnel from other departments.
Perform other duties as required by management.