Filler Operator-1st shift

Dairy Farmers of America • Winston-Salem, NC

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About The Position

The Filler Operator operates filling equipment across various product families while following regulatory standards. The role includes preparing, operating, monitoring, cleaning, and changing over production-line equipment; completing production and quality documentation; and supporting food safety, quality, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements. The operator communicates production concerns, helps identify process improvements, and may perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred.
• Certification and/or license may be required during employment.
• 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 arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

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 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 avoidable 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 about problems or concerns that may affect production efficiency.
• Document required information in accordance with SOPs.
• Help identify process improvement opportunities using a continuous-improvement mindset.
• Immediately report food safety or 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 other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED