Filler Operator

Dairy Farmers of America•Pacific, MO

About The Position

The Filler Operator operates filler equipment across various product families while following regulatory standards and company good manufacturing practices. The role includes preparing, running, monitoring, cleaning, and changing over production equipment; completing required documentation and quality checks; and addressing operating issues to support efficient production. The operator must communicate production concerns and report food safety or quality issues immediately.

Requirements

Able to work effectively in a team environment.
Able to write legibly 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 perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division 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.
Production or general work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean, set up, operate, and monitor production-line equipment.
Complete required documentation and scheduled quality checks.
Monitor product weights, seals, caps, and packaging.
Adjust filler timing and filling, and check the mat as needed.
Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.
Collect samples required for quality assurance testing.
Ensure the correct packaging materials are used for each product.
Watch for jams on the label operator and thread wrap effectively to prevent error-related downtime.
Perform filler and filler-line changeovers safely and efficiently.
Complete the cleaning checklist after a line run is finished.
Prepare equipment for the next run, including size changes as needed.
Communicate with other departments, the supervisor, and employees, and report problems or concerns that may affect production efficiency.
Document required information in accordance with SOPs.
Immediately report food safety and food quality issues.
Maintain safe working conditions and follow DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP).