Filler Operator - Q11 at Meadow Gold

Billings, Montana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

25.87

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operating, Start-up, CIP Fillers, COP, Line Washing, Sanitization, Reassembly, Safety Practices, GMP, SQF Practices, Teamwork, Situational Awareness, Independent Judgement

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Meadow Gold is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. “Our Mark Matters” and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we’re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Meadow Gold, we create healthy and nutritious products and are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy. By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us! Operator will abide by company rules and regulations, including all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and SQF practices, working with safety first. This job consists of 4 10-hour shifts (subject to change to plant volumes or other business variables – overtime is needed per CBA provisions.) This person will be responsible for starting up the Q11 and performing all necessary operating duties as required. Other duties include CIP fillers, COP, tanks, and line washing are part of the job functions. May be called upon to work other functions within the department as needed. Hours are Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 PM to 05:30 AM or until work is completed. Qualifications: Must be able to work in a humid environment; must be able to understand and use personal protective equipment, including but not limited to protective eyewear, aprons, rubber boots, and gloves. Must be comfortable working in a busy plant environment and be aware of other employees’ activities. Must understand how to disassemble piping, pumps, and other equipment to sanitize and clean, along with reassembly. Must always use safe working practices, including notifying management of potential or existing safety hazards. Will need to be able to work well with others and situational awareness of surroundings. Pay = $25.87 p/h plus a .50 an hour pay differential for hours worked between 18:00 to 06:00. Qualifications Essential Functions: * Stand 8-12 hours per shift. * Possess a High School Diploma or GE Equivalent. * Turn and twist at waist level with moderate waist level bending. * Visually inspect and organize work areas. * Moderate lifting to 40 pounds * Be able to understand and follow verbal and written directions. * Have the ability to work alone or as part of a team and to exercise good independent judgement. * Be able to use simple math. * Observe all company safety rules and regulations. * Observe all company Good Manufacturing Practices. * Be able to perform these essential duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision. An Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

The Operator is responsible for starting up the Q11 filler and performing all necessary operating duties, which includes CIP fillers, COP, tanks, and line washing. This role requires adherence to company rules, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and SQF practices, prioritizing safety at all times.