Machine Operator Trainee - 3rd shift - Ricotta Packaging

Overview Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose. At Lactalis in the USA, we promote from within and provide meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience, we’ll provide the tools and support you need to succeed. As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 professionals across the globe. We’re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together. In the US, we offer a diverse portfolio of brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, Parmalat milk, and a yogurt line that includes siggi’s, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, Mountain High, and ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz. At Lactalis, we live by our core values of Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s background and ideas are valued. If you don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply and share how your passion, story, and expertise can help shape the future of dairy. From your passion to ours. Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Machine Operator based in Buffalo, New York. Responsibilities Perform pre-shift operational inspection to determine condition of filling machine. Set up filling machine and related equipment for product to be run. Monitor filling machine during line operation to ensure proper operation and efficiency. Troubleshoot and resolve operational/mechanical problems in a timely manner to ensure an efficient, smooth flow of product. Monitor package seal impressions, integrity, and product giveaway. Change film in a timely manner to maintain a continuous, efficient flow of product. Perform product changeovers as needed. Perform preventative maintenance on a daily/weekly schedule as required. Maintain an open line of communication with production palletizer, lead person, and supervisor. Perform proper sanitation of the filler before introducing the product. Continuously monitor for abnormalities or inconsistencies in texture, shape, color, odor, or foreign material in or on the product. Continuously monitor for proper code date, lot number, and operator code product to be packaged. Familiarize self with all standard operating procedures. Continuously monitor for proper product temperature during filling. Continuously monitor the cup wash, ensuring that it is on and working correctly. Continuously monitor the cooling spirals and investigate any problems. Keep work area neat and clean at all times. At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career. Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations. Qualifications Basics mathematical skills are required (must be able to calculate averages). Food industry is preferred. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Must be dependable and able to work well in a team environment. Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma/GED required. #J-18808-Ljbffr New York Ag Connection