Fill Operator

Saputo Inc. • White Bear Lake, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Operates gable top carton, portion cup creamer, and bag-in-a-box filling machines and packages product.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of GMPs, food safety principles, chemical safety, and general industrial safety.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to troubleshoot routine processing and equipment issues using basic mechanical knowledge.
• Ability to perform basic math: addition, subtraction, counting, and data recording for production and quality information.
• Must be able to complete written correspondence, fill out forms, charts, graphs, and digital entries accurately.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with coworkers, supervisors, QA, and maintenance personnel.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and maintain focus during long shifts.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, reach, lift moderate weights, and work in hot or cold environments as required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in food manufacturing preferred.
• Forklift experience is helpful; certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Food Safety & Quality Responsibilities by following all safety rules, regulations, procedures, and requirements.
• Comply with all GMP, HACCP, and MSS standards and procedures.
• Complete MSS tasks on a weekly basis.
• Report any food safety or quality issues to management and assist in implementing corrective actions.
• Complete all paperwork, charts, and related documentation in a timely and legible manner.
• Maintain general housekeeping and keep the work area clean and orderly.
• Maintain adequate supplies of cartons, caps, bags, film, boxes, and lid stock to prevent line interruptions.
• Set up the filler for production.
• Pull product samples for lab testing and verify correct product weights.
• Perform sanitation and CIP of the filler, attached tanks/lines, and general room sanitation.
• Report maintenance-related issues to the maintenance department using a maintenance request form or by immediate request via the paging system.
• Keep the supervisor informed regarding actual versus planned production, production disrupting issues, and causes of equipment downtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management or supervisors.

Benefits

• Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment.
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their families.
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.

What This Job Offers

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