KLEINPETER FARMS DAIRY, L.L.C.

14444 AIRLINE HIGHWAY,

ST.

GEORGE, LA 70817

(225) 753-2121

Job Title:

Filler Machine Operator

FLSA Status:

Nonexempt

Reports to: Production Manager

Location:

St. George

Position Purpose:

Properly and safely produce optimal quality products by operating the filler machine and following regulatory standards, ensuring that the product is clean.

Job Summary:

• Safely set up, inspect, and verify equipment for all start-ups, run time, changeovers, shutdowns, cleaning, and sanitizing.
  
• Monitor equipment of the production line at all times.
  
• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of the product.
  
• Make adjustments to filler timing and filling.
  
• Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced.
  
• Watch for labeler jams and effectively thread labels to prevent downtime due to errors.
  
• Perform filler and filler line changeovers safely and efficiently.
  
• Collect required samples needed for Quality Assurance testing.
  
• Complete the cleaning checklist once the line has completed a run.
  
• Prepare equipment for the next run to include size changes as needed.
  
• Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees, and notify them of any problems or concerns that may restrict production efficiency.
  
• Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks.
  
• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format and completed with the required information.
  
• Ensure all required information is documented per SOPs.
  
• Utilize a continuous improvement mindset and assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
  
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
  
• Follow all required work-safe practices.
  
• Responsible for reporting and taking any necessary action to prevent food safety and quality problems and safety incidents and accidents from occurring.
  
• Relieve other plant operations associates if absent from work.
  
• Follow all policies and procedures, including GMPs, SOPs, and SSOPs, at all times.
  
• Must wear appropriate PPE at all times.
  
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.
  
• All employees are responsible for food safety and quality.

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KLEINPETER

FARMS DAIRY, L.L.C.

14444 AIRLINE HIGHWAY,

ST.

GEORGE, LA 70817

(225) 753-2121

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
  
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  
• Ability to accurately record data.
  
• Experience within the food and beverage industry desired.
  
• Standing, walking, kneeling, bending, pushing, or pulling is required for virtually the entire shift.
  
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally.
  
• Must be able to work in a wet environment with some dust, gas, or fumes exposure.
  
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays
  
• Days off may be split.
  
• Be able to work in a team environment effectively.
  
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Maintain constant mental focus and constantly be aware of surroundings.
  
• Must pass all medical exams and drug and background checks (including criminal).

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