Machine Operator- Filler- 2nd Shift

Dairy Farmers of America•Frederick, MD

18h

About The Position

Operate filler equipment across various product families while following regulatory standards, company procedures, and food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements. The role includes preparing, running, monitoring, cleaning, and changing over production-line equipment, documenting work and quality checks, and communicating production issues. The position is identified as a second-shift role.

Requirements

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 add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Warehouse, production, or general work experience.

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.
Watch for jams on the label operator and thread wrap effectively to prevent 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.
Report food safety and food quality issues to management immediately.
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.