At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We’re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we’ve grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter–from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.
SUMMARY:
The Filler Operator is responsible for machine and line operation associated with the shredding and packaging of quality cheese products. Always adheres to all USDA, GMP, and safety regulations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Set-up, adjusts, monitors and performs general operating maintenance on Hayssen and other line equipment used to shred and package cheese. Documents and records when work is done on equipment.
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Performs leaker, weight, gas, magnet, metal detection and finished package integrity, oxygen, and carbon dioxide checks as required. Additional checks may be added. Documents and records each check.
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Documents and tracks film data throughout the course of a shift per requirement frequencies. Retrieves samples as needed. Uses, utilizes and documents overruns.
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Assists line packaging workers to ensure successful line operations, job order fulfillments, and proper completion of skid tags according to order sheets.
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Retrieves order sheets and completes skid tags accordingly.
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Ensures all required production paperwork is completed.
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Interacts and communicates with packaging manager, packaging supervisors, quality, and office personnel. Demonstrates initiative and strong interpersonal, communication and team skills.
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Performs line pre-op inspections and maintains chemical strength log.
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Records data in the SAP ERP system.
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Ability to work in a safe and sanitary manner in compliance with GMP’s.
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Responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly and neat work area.
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Respect physical demands of job listed in “Physical Demands” section below.
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Attendance at work is an essential job duty. Job requires regular attendance and work to be performed at the Tulare-Levin plant site.
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All other assigned duties.
Job Requirements:
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High school diploma or equivalent, preferred or a minimum of (2)-two years of demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing, dairy food manufacturing experience preferred.
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Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications is a plus, but not required.
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A working understanding of food manufacturing acronyms (SQF, QA/QC, CQP, QAP, HACCP, SOP,5S, GMP, etc.).
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Strong math skills.
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Proficient computer skills, software and data entry, SAP a plus.
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Lift truck certification or the ability to obtain a lift truck certification (Powered Industrial Truck).
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Strong technical skills, ability to operate and understand equipment controls, touch panels and mechanical operations.
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Successful completion of drug screen and background check.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Demonstrated work history.
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Good attendance is a must.
Physical Demands:
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Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift.
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Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment and following approved chemical handling procedures.
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Good visual acuity, with ability to see and differentiate colors.
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Physical lifting up to 50-lbs frequently throughout the shift. Ability to lift greater than 50-lbs with assistance.
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Shift flexibility. This is a hands-on role for a multi-shift, 24/7 manufacturing facility. Our blend operators are assigned to a team in support of dairy operations. This can either be rotating, days, swing or night shift and weekends. Work days and shifts may change to help cover vacations/absences, during plant downtime or related events such as audits.
Saputo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Salary Range: $28.49-$33.5
Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.
Saputo is among the top three cheese producers in the USA and one of the largest producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products. We have a diversified product portfolio with well-known retail brands, such as Friendship Dairies, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella and Treasure Cave, and a strong foodservice presence, partnering with chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Thanks to our countrywide footprint and national and international distribution networks, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and, consumers and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise.
Join the Saputo Dairy USA team to make your contributions matter every day!
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