Filler Operator

Description:
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

**From your PASSION to ours**

The Filler Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining yogurt production equipment to ensure the efficient and accurate manufacturing of yogurt products. This role involves overseeing the production line process, monitoring equipment performance, and adhering to quality and safety standards.

The Filler Machine Operator hourly rate starts at $20.00, plus shift differentials. Full-time.

**From your EXPERTISE to ours**
- Key responsibilities for this position include_
- Filling Machine Operator_
- Operate yogurt filling machines according to standard operating procedures, including set up and adjustment of machine settings before production runs.
- Monitor and control all filling weight, filling speed, temperatures, pressures, and flow of production throughout the processing cycle in accordance with established quality assurance standards.
- Monitor and control the flow of product from processing to packaging.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks on yogurt production equipment, such as cleaning, sanitizing, and replacing parts, to ensure optimal performance and food safety compliance.
- Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions or process deviations, adjusting as needed to maintain production efficiency and product integrity.
- Conduct quality checks on batches at regular intervals to verify taste, texture, and adherence to specifications.
- Adhere to all testing procedures and provide required samples to quality assurance for appraisal prior to all finished product being packaged.
- Maintain accurate production records, including batch records, equipment logs, and quality control documentation.
- Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your team members.
- Collaborate with other team members, including production supervisors, quality assurance technicians, and maintenance staff, to optimize production processes and resolve issues.

**Requirements**:
**From your STORY to ours**
- Qualified applicants will contribute the following:_

**Education & Experience**
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification in machine operation or food processing is a plus.
- Previous experience in a dairy processing or food manufacturing environment preferred.

**Skills / Abilities / Knowledge**
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment problems.
- Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate and percentage.
- Attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs and safety protocols.
- Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Flexibility to work in a fast-paced production environment and adapt to changing priorities.
- Basic computer skills for record-keeping and equipment monitoring.
- Ability to lift and move heavy objects and stand for extended periods.
- The above job description is intended to describe the duties of an employee in general terms and does not necessarily describe all the duties_.

**_Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S._** **_We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time._**

**_ Direct hire - No agencies._**

**Lactalis US Yogurt and Subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer