Filler Operator - ACMI

Peterson Farms•Hart, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Filler Operator-ACMI operates, monitors, and maintains filling equipment used to package juice and applesauce products. The role ensures containers are filled accurately, sealed properly, and meet quality and food safety standards while maintaining efficient production flow and minimizing downtime and product waste. This role has more involvement compared to the Waldner filler operator. The position works in a manufacturing facility with exposure to wet environments, temperature fluctuations, and food ingredients. It requires wearing designated personal protective equipment (PPE), including a hairnet, bump cap, and eye and hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and results.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous experience in manufacturing, food production, or machine operation preferred.
Ability to operate, monitor, and adjust production machinery.
Ability to complete and understand production paperwork, line sheets, and SOPs.
Ability to work under pressure and assess and respond appropriately to questions.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Ability to adapt to change and learn quickly.
Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
Ability to comprehend and comply with GMP rules and food safety guidelines.
Ability to contribute effectively as a team member.
Demonstrates team orientation, technical learning, attention to detail, personal responsibility, practical intelligence, reliability, safety awareness, GMP and food safety practices, respect for diversity, adaptability, positive working relationships, and focus.
Able to perform the physical activities described, including standing, walking, handling and reaching with the hands and arms, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
Requires constant mental and visual alertness, including peripheral vision and depth perception, to avoid injury and perform quality functions.
Frequently and occasionally lifts material or product weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance.
Must wear required PPE, including hairnet, bump cap, and eye and hearing protection.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and monitor filling machines, cappers, case packers, and related line equipment.
Understand recipe data within the filler.
Ensure containers are filled to correct weights or volumes and meet specification standards.
Visually monitor cycles to maintain the seal surface on all 24 cups within a cycle.
Verify that the correct packaging materials are in use.
Perform line changeovers, including adjustments to filling heads, guides, and conveyors.
Perform manual cup roll stock and lid stock changes during filler run time.
Monitor machine performance and make minor mechanical adjustments.
Clear jams, restart equipment safely, and promptly communicate issues to the supervisor or maintenance.
Track all recycled material in the filler area.
Conduct routine quality checks, including weight, seal integrity, torque, vacuum, and codes.
Accurately document production and quality checks in real time.
Maintain FIFO (first in, first out) for materials supplied to the filler.
Follow GMP, HACCP, food safety, and allergen-control requirements.
Participate in line start-ups, shutdowns, and shift-change communication.
Perform manual checks on finished cups for seal integrity.
Perform CIPs and manual equipment cleaning during scheduled cleaning events and unplanned downtime.
Assist in training new Filler Operators and general labor staff on the line.
Communicate consistently with leads, supervisors, and floor management.
Perform other duties as assigned.