Can Line Operator-ANY

UNC Dairy•City of Batavia, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a team that nourishes life from farm to table! Upstate Niagara Cooperative, proudly owned by 200+ local family farms, is one of America’s largest and most stable dairy cooperatives. Guided by farmer- and employee-led values, we process and market high-quality milk, yogurt, dips, sour cream, cottage cheese, and more under our trusted brands: Upstate Farms®, Bison®, Milk for Life®, and Intense Milk®. Here, you’ll support sustainable farming, strong communities, and the mission to deliver fresh, local dairy to families every day.

Requirements

Basic math and writing skills
Must have reading comprehension skills for completing all: Required paperwork, Standard Operating Procedures, manuals and verifying all production counts and updating shift report paperwork verbally, in writing, by computer and/or scanner(s).
Maintain constant awareness of surrounding environment for the purpose of protecting personal safety and the safety of food products being processed on the line.
Everyone is responsible for their personal safety and the care and use of all Personal Protective Equipment.
Must always practice Good Manufacturing Procedures.
Must always practice Security Procedures.
Must be conscientious, dependable and reliable.

Nice To Haves

previous manufacturing or warehousing experience a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, clean, and change equipment on the cans line, including filling, seaming, capping, retorts, labelers, case packers, and material handling systems.
Support safe and efficient production by troubleshooting equipment issues.
Complete shift reports and production paperwork.
Use manufacturing execution systems accurately.
Maintain sanitation and food safety standards throughout the work area.
Learn and demonstrate knowledge of the Line Operator Position operations on the Cans Line including: Ability to operate and clean filling, seaming and capping equipment.
Ability to operate the retorts and material handling systems.
Understand and operate the labelers along with associated equipment.
Ability to understand and operate the Case Packer and associated equipment.
Ability to diagnose problems and take appropriate action.
Ability to accurately use MES and SAP.
Ability to perform all changeovers in all areas.
Complete Daily shift report and collect production line paperwork.
Perform cleaning procedures and inspection of equipment to maintain safe food processing expectations.
Maintain clean work environment throughout the Can Line area.
Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned by management including supervisors, work group leads, and trainers responsible for these areas.