What are the responsibilities and job description for the Filler Machine Operator 2nd Shift M-F (2pm - 10:30pm) position at Lactalis US Yogurt, Inc.?
US Yogurt is currently seeking candidates to join our Production Team.
Lactalis Group, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. At Lactalis, our core values of AMBITION, ENGAGEMENT, and SIMPLICITY are at the heart of everything we do.
If you’re looking for a unique experience with a company that offers strong brands, professional expertise, and a dynamic work environment that champions entrepreneurial spirit, hands-on responsibility, and real opportunity for career development, we want to hear from you!
At Lactalis US Yogurt, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and we know that our candidates come from many different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we still encourage you to apply and share with us your STORY, your PASSION, and your EXPERTISE! You may be just the perfect candidate for this or other roles within our company.
From your PASSION to ours
Filler Machine operators set-up, operate, and maintain machinery, usually in a manufacturing setting. Lactalis' (FMO) are responsible for ensuring the machine produces high quality products, runs smoothly and at capacity, and is properly maintained.
Salary Description
17.50
From your EXPERTISE to ours
Key responsibilities for this position include:
- Operate filling/Packaging equipment, adhering to all quality assurance, productivity, OSHA, and safety standards.
- Assemble and disassemble equipment for proper cleaning/sanitizing and operating per manufacture instructions
- Monitor and control the flow of product through machine.
- Adhere to established testing procedures and provide required samples to the laboratory for appraisal prior to finished product being stored in the warehouse.
- Maintain food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
- Required to wear food safety/sanitation clothing.
- This position necessitates conformance to personal hygiene regulations.
- Report food safety problems to personal with authority to initiate action.
- Ensure all programs are being upheld and documentation is current.
- Regularly required to stand, use hands and stretch and reach with hands and arms.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience operating filling machines preferred
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for production and a desire to work in a dynamic team environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!
Full Benefits Package including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Disability, Life Ins, generous PTO, 401k with employer contribution and match, opportunities to promote. Apply now!
