Packaging Operator

Hilmar Cheese Company • Dodge City, KS

266d

About The Position

At Hilmar Cheese Company we improve lives around the world through wholesome dairy products. Since our founding in 1984, Hilmar Cheese Company has been committed to innovation and sustainability. Our state-of-the art production facilities convert an abundance of locally sourced high-quality milk into a variety of nutritious cheeses, whey protein and lactose. The Cheese and Ingredients that we produce create a wide variety of retail and food service products from sliced and shredded cheeses, to protein supplements and infant formula. We are a trusted partner to premier food and beverage brands in more than fifty countries helping bring their vision into reality. Throughout our decades of success and growth we have remained committed to our mission and values and these principles unite our people and guide all that we do. A Typical Day The Protein Packaging Operator is primarily responsible for operation of the Packaging process and associated equipment.

Requirements

• English skills must be proficient to understand, read, write and speak English
• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to work 12-hour variable shifts, including weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 60lbs

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• SAP experience
• Dairy manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

• Operation of the packaging systems to ensure adequately sealed and properly filled bags and totes.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate and complete paperwork.
• Ability to learn and operate computer related controls.
• Ongoing Improvement of knowledge and understanding of all dryer process equipment and protein in general.
• Maintain and monitor all QC and production programs per HCC standards.
• Responsible for maintaining equipment and work environment cleanliness.
• Responsible for proper product handling to ensure minimum product loss.
• Responsible for following GMP guidelines and all company policies as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Active participation and ownership in your training and development program and associated activities, classes and events, which will be held before, during, after shifts and during scheduled days off.
• Help coach and train teammates and participate in on the job, buddy training.
• Place high priority on food safety and sanitation by understanding and executing HCC's food safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Prioritize safety above all other job duties by having a safety first approach at all times.

What This Job Offers

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