Filler Operator

Filler Operator

Meadow Gold Dairy in Boise, ID is hiring a Filler Operator position.

Shift Monday-Friday 10pm-6am

Progressive Wage Rates:

0-6 months from date of hire The rate=$22.35

6-12 months from date of hire The rate=$23.66

12+ months full rate of pay=$26.29

The Filler Operator is responsible for ensuring optimum quality products through the operation of the filler of various product families following regulatory standards, ensuring the product is clean and sterile.

• Clean, set-up, operate and monitor equipment of the production line.

• Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks.

• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of product.

• Make adjustments to filler timing and filling, & check mat as needed.

• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.

• Collect required samples needed for Quality Assurance testing.

• Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced.

• Will have working knowledge and experience with labeler operations; watching for jams and effectively threading wrap to prevent downtime due to error.

• Perform filler and filler line changeovers in a safe and efficient manner.

• Complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run.

• Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed.

• Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.

• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information.

• Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot.

• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.

• Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.

• Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area.

• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Union pension plan
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays*
• Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits through the union
• Service recognition and employee rewards*
• Employee referral program
• Uniforms provided

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

• 6 months related experience required.

• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

• Must be able to stand, walk, push or pull for virtually the entire shift.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally including overhead.

• Must be able to work in a wet environment. Some exposure to cleaning chemicals.

• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays.

• Be able to effectively work in a team environment.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

• Must be able to pass all pre*employment screens (including drug, background and criminal checks).

An Equal Opportunity Employer