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Filler Operator in Hammond, Louisiana at Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.

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Manufacturing Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. Hammond, Louisiana, 70401, United States Posted on October 20, 2026 New job! Apply early to increase your chances of getting hired. Explore Related Opportunities Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders jobs near me in Louisiana Jobs near me in Louisiana Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders jobs

Job Description Title:

Filler Operator Classification/Job Grade:

Hourly Location:

Hammond, LA Department:

Production

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Be familiar with the operational aspects of all filling machines and cleaning those machines. Be efficient in minimizing down time of machinery. Follow established practices for the cleaning of the work area. Monitor product quality to ensure problems are caught early. Maintain communication with co-workers to co-ordinate run schedules. Complete all duties in a manner that is consistent with all aspects of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices). Overtime will be required as needed to fulfill bottling needs. Understand and perform all the established quality assurance tests utilized in the lab. Order and receive packaging and ingredients. Maintain open communications with Utility People, Receiving, Processing, Filling and Blow Mold operators. Complete all duties in a manner that is consistent with all aspects of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), State and Federal regulations and company/plant safety policies. Display a high level of professionalism. A proven attendance / reliability record Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education, Experience and Training

• a high school diploma or its equivalent are needed. Flexibility
• must be available to work flexible schedules with changing start times when needed. Attitude
• must be customer service oriented. Dependability
• must have a good attendance record.

Solid understanding of GMP, and state/ federal regulations and practices. The ability to work well with others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand, walk, kneel and bend

• this position will require standing/walking for Virtually the entire shift. Lift, carry, push and pull
• these activities are done in all aspects of this job with lifting weight limits up to 50 pounds. Physical dexterity
• good manual dexterity is required. Climbing, Balance and Heights
• Some work on ladders is required. Communication skills
• good communication skills are required to deal effectively with co-workers.

MENTAL APTITUDE

Must be safety conscious Team player Must be flexible to changes Decision-maker and performance oriented Problem solving Must work within strict operating standards to meet Prairie Farms, state and federal guidelines. Basic mathematical skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Hard and sometimes slippery floors Temperature range from 50 to 100 degrees F. Noisy Wet environment at times. Exposure to allergens Cleaning chemicals

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS

Personal protective equipment required includes bump cap, hearing protection, and rubber boots. Personal protective equipment may also include other items as dictated by the work being done.

Processing/ packaging equipment including:

HTST, Separator, Homogenizer, plant air system, plant hydraulic system, plant boiler system. Hairnets are required. Uniforms are provided and must be worn.

Schedule:

mid shift 2:00 pm

• 10:30 pm, rotating every other Saturday.

Some over time required. We provide a competitive wage; medical, dental, vision and life insurance; vacation, holiday, and sick pay; 401K and company uniforms. Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor and/or lead person. Scan to Apply Just scan this QR code to apply from your phone. Fast Easy Apply on the go Scan to Apply Not ready to apply yet? Enter your email and we'll send you a reminder to come back and apply. Remind Me Later Job Location Hammond, Louisiana, 70401, United States Frequently asked questions about this position Similar Jobs In Hammond, Louisiana Warehouse Selector Imperial Trading Elmwood, Louisiana Bulk Selector Imperial Trading Elmwood, Louisiana Packaging Operator

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