Filler Operator -PM

Saputo Inc.•Plant City, FL

About The Position

The Filler Operator safely and efficiently operates production equipment, including gable-top carton filling and packaging equipment, in a 24/7 manufacturing facility. The role follows detailed standard operating procedures and food safety requirements; takes product samples and performs seal-integrity and dye inspections; sets up cartons and packaging coders; monitors product codes and quality; and communicates out-of-specification conditions through established protocols. Duties also include routine equipment adjustments, lift-truck operation, accurate production documentation, equipment changeovers, CIP/SIP, cleanup and setup, environmental controls, product reclaim and rework, and support for audits. The operator works with colleagues across departments, maintains housekeeping standards, follows applicable dairy regulations and safety procedures, and may perform other duties as assigned. This is a day-shift position scheduled 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on a 2-2-3 schedule. The facility operates around the clock, and shift flexibility may be required to cover absences, downtime, audits, or other events. Work may involve shifts of up to 12 hours and weekend work.

Requirements

At least two years of demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing; dairy food manufacturing experience is preferred.
Working understanding of food manufacturing acronyms and concepts, including SQF, QA/QC, CQP, HACCP, SOP, 5S, and GMP.
Lift-truck certification or ability to obtain Powered Industrial Truck certification.
Strong math skills.
Strong technical skills, including 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 hot, wet, cold, and humid temperatures; to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb stairs, and maneuver around equipment throughout the shift.
Ability to work with chemicals, wear personal protective equipment, and follow approved chemical-handling procedures.
Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds throughout the shift.
Ability to work up to 12 hours per day and maintain shift flexibility, including potential weekend work.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate production equipment, including gable-top carton filling and packaging equipment.
Follow standard operating procedures in detail without deviation.
Collect routine product samples and conduct seal-integrity and dye inspections for quality assurance.
Set up and use appropriate gable-top cartons according to the production run schedule.
Set up packaging coders and validate product codes against specifications.
Identify and communicate out-of-specification product conditions using the established notification protocol.
Perform routine equipment adjustments.
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 in accordance with reclaim guidelines.
Support internal and external audits.
Follow occupational health and safety procedures, GMPs, and food safety requirements.
Cross-train with other departments and work collaboratively with coworkers and department personnel.
Maintain good housekeeping in accordance with established guidelines.
Comply with federal, state, and local dairy food regulations.
Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics, Company Values, and Workplace Climate Policy.
Perform other duties as required by management.