Filler Operator
About The Position
The Filler Operator maintains the safe and efficient operation of filler equipment to maximize production uptime, minimize shrink, and maintain product quality. The role involves setting up, operating, cleaning, and sterilizing ESL filling equipment and its components; performing basic chemical concentration tests and equipment troubleshooting; and completing production, packaging, and cleanup duties. The operator must follow sanitation, food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements and promptly report food safety or quality issues to management. The position is scheduled for third shift, 9:30 PM–6:00 AM, working Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with Tuesday and Wednesday off. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Production or general work experience preferred.
- Certification and/or license may be required during employment.
- Able to follow directions and carry out instructions.
- Able to work effectively in a team environment.
- Able to write legible entries for record keeping.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
- Working knowledge of sanitation, production, and CIP cleanup.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
- Must be available to work third shift, 9:30 PM–6:00 AM, Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Production or general work experience.
Responsibilities
- Safely and effectively set up, operate, and clean ESL filling equipment.
- Sterilize and manually wash machine components.
- Perform routine basic chemical concentration tests.
- Conduct basic equipment troubleshooting and contact maintenance when necessary.
- Immediately report food safety and food quality issues to management.
- Maintain safe working conditions and comply with applicable state and federal health and safety regulations.
- Follow DFA good manufacturing practices and corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
- Perform dye checks, weight adjustments, and packaging duties.
- Perform full cleanup, sterilization, production, and maintenance of ESL fillers.
- Maintain optimum daily productivity.
- Operate box-forming and casing equipment.
- Set up and operate coding and marking equipment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
