Packaging Operator Nights
About The Position
At Valley Milk, we are committed to producing high-quality dairy products that families trust and love. As a leader in the dairy manufacturing industry, we pride ourselves on innovation, sustainability, and the well-being of our employees. We are looking for a dedicated Packaging Operator to join our day shift team and contribute to our continued success. We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Packaging Operator to support the packaging department in our state-of-the-art facility. As a Packaging Operator, you will be responsible for operating packaging machinery, ensuring products are packaged correctly, and maintaining quality standards throughout the process. This is a full-time night position on an AWS, 2/2/3, Hours are 5:00 pm to 5:00 am.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment is preferred.
- Familiarity with packaging machinery and production lines is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production goals.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Ability to lift up to 55 lbs frequently.
- Must be able to work flexible hours, including occasional overtime.
- 1 year forklift experience required
Responsibilities
- The Packing Operator is responsible for operation of packaging equipment.
- Additional responsibilities will include learning the packaging processes.
- Operator will be expected to follow GMP guidelines and HACCP protocols to ensure the safe and sanitary packaging of finished product.
- Prepares appropriate packaging with correct labeling utilizing stencils, printer, and paper labels from information listed on Packaging reports and Product Labeling and Packaging work instructions, Sample products in accordance with the Valley Milk Finished Product Sampling procedure.
- Complete the sampling schedule during each production run and handles samples properly to avoid contamination.
- Ensure operation of equipment in packaging areas properly fills, seals, places on pallet, removes from packing area.
- Deliver and places palletized finish product to warehouse storage areas using a forklift.
- Visual inspects color and consistency of product throughout the shift and notify Production Supervisor, and Dryer Operators if product appears to be out of specifications or compromised in any way.
- Perform daily and weekly housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and sanitary environment in the packaging areas.
- Follow company safety rules and use appropriate PPE and safety gear provided.
- Ensure and maintain compliance to all regulatory, food safety, GMPs, EPA, OSHA, FDA, CDFA, and SQF requirements.
- Satisfactory complete all required annual safety requirements: including bloodborne pathogens, lock out/tag out, dust control, etc.
- Perform other tasks as required.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
