Production - Filler Operator

Dairy Farmers of America•Dayton, OH

16d

About The Position

Reiter Dairy, part of Dairy Farmers of America, Inc., is seeking a Filler Operator. The role is responsible for producing optimum-quality products by operating fillers for various product families in accordance with regulatory standards and ensuring products are clean and sterile. The operator cleans, sets up, operates, and monitors production-line equipment; conducts quality checks and required documentation; and helps maintain product quality, food safety, and efficient production. The position also involves troubleshooting equipment, performing line changeovers, maintaining a sanitary work area, and collaborating with other departments and employees.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Six months of related experience preferred.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to stand, walk, push, or pull for virtually the entire shift.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, including overhead.
Ability to work in a wet environment and tolerate some exposure to cleaning chemicals.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must pass all pre-employment screens, including drug, background, and criminal checks.

Responsibilities

Clean, set up, operate, and monitor production-line equipment.
Complete required documentation and scheduled quality checks.
Monitor product weights, seals, caps, and general 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.
Operate the labeler, watch for jams, and thread wrap to prevent downtime.
Perform filler and filler-line changeovers safely and efficiently.
Complete the cleaning checklist after a line run and prepare equipment for the next run, including size changes as needed.
Communicate with other departments, management, and employees about problems or concerns that could affect production efficiency.
Complete paperwork clearly, legibly, accurately, and with all required information in accordance with SOPs.
Analyze process and equipment performance data to improve quality and throughput and troubleshoot issues.
Identify opportunities to improve processes using a continuous-improvement mindset.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and required safe-work practices, including PPE requirements, confined-space safety, safe chemical handling, and fall restraints.
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
Take responsibility for food safety, prerequisite programs, and food quality in the designated area.
Immediately report food-safety or food-quality issues to management.
Perform other duties as assigned.