Machine Operator I - Day Shift

Lactalis US Yogurt, Inc. • Londonderry, NH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Lactalis US Yogurt, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is hiring a Machine Operator in Londonderry, New Hampshire. The operator is responsible for operational activities related to safety, product safety, line efficiency, performance, and ingredient usage on an assigned production line. This includes monitoring product quality and specifications, operating and checking the line, maintaining sanitation and housekeeping standards, documenting ingredient consumption, and communicating deviations or improvement recommendations to supervision and maintenance.

The position follows a 12-hour schedule from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Week 1 is 48 hours and Week 2 is 36 hours, with scheduled workdays alternating across the two-week cycle. Lactalis offers a comprehensive Total Rewards Program, including supported insurance costs, retirement plan contributions, Paid Time Off from day one, and training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work a 12-hour schedule.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Solid written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a noisy area.
• Computer literacy.
• English proficiency, including reading and writing skills.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines within specified time constraints.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment.

Responsibilities

• Promote personal and personnel safety on the assigned production line and recommend improvements to supervision.
• Ensure product quality and verify that components used in production meet Stonyfield standards, including white mass, fruit dosing, flavor injection, cups, lids, and cup and box codes.
• Monitor weight control, line checks, changeovers, start-up, shutdown, and other line processes.
• Ensure products meet specifications, make adjustments as needed, and report deviations to maintenance and supervision.
• Maintain housekeeping, General Manufacturing Practice compliance, and zoning requirements for the assigned production line.
• Ensure containers used in production have proper labels.
• Perform Clean in Place (CIP) for the assigned line, ensuring high sanitation standards and working within the allotted CIP timeframe.
• Accurately record fruit and flavor consumption for each SKU run on operator control sheets.
• Adapt to changes in the work environment and contribute positively to change.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable benefits and coverage options, with the company significantly supporting insurance costs.
• Company contributions to retirement plans.
• Paid Time Off from day one.
• Training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed