At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Key Attributes

• Must possess a strong work character and have the ability to work in a team environment.
• Must possess a strong work ethic and passion for the job.
• Ability to multi-task and follow instructions.
• Must be self-motivated and self-directed to support complex operations.
• Critical thinking and ability to analyze data and situations is a must. This involves being detail oriented with strong emphasis on accuracy and organization.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift.
• Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment and following approved chemical handling procedures.
• Visual acuity to include the ability to see and differentiate color.
• Physical lifting up to 50-lbs frequently throughout the shift.
• Shift flexibility. This is a hands-on role for a 24/7 manufacturing facility. Our equipment operators are assigned to a team in support of operations.  This can either be rotating shifts, days, swing or night shift and also includes working weekends. Work days and shifts may change to help cover vacations/absences, during plant downtime or related events such as audits.
• Work overtime as required.

Position Responsibilities

• Operator will cross-train in the following jobs as required: milk receiving, pasteurization and batching/blend and product filling operations.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP’s) in detail without deviation.
• Inspection of bulk tanker. 
• Collect raw dairy sample and perform organoleptic sensory evaluation and physical testing, to include visual, odor, flavor, antibiotic, oil and fat. Promptly report any out of specifications or deviations to the department supervisor.
• Safely hook-up tanker truck to off-load dairy products, ensure tanker is properly vented.
• Pump raw dairy product into specified bulk tanks.
• Clean and CIP tanker.
• Perform routine SIP operations.
• Mix, blend and batch product blends per customer recipe’s and specifications.  Follow mix guidelines to ensure accuracy of ingredients, usage and tracking.
• Process product in accordance with state and federal guidelines to ensure pasteurization requirements are satisfied per PMO and Company product process/pasteurization requirements.
• Daily time and temperature chart review, report variances and corrective action plans in support of FSMA compliance.
• Perform Filler Operator duties and responsibilities as required, to include operation, set-up, product change-overs and adjustments.
• Review fill weights, packaging quality inspections and tests, document and report any variances.
• Identify and effectively communicate any out-of-specification product conditions.   Follow the established notification protocol.
• Perform routine equipment adjustments.
• Safe operation of a lift truck.
• Accurately and neatly complete production records and documents.
• Perform equipment change-overs, clean-up operations and equipment set-up.
• Perform environmental controls.
• Perform product reclaim and rework operations in accordance with reclaim guidelines.
• Unload trucks as required, follow all inventory control guidelines.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Follow all established occupational health and safety procedures.
• Follow all established GMP’s and Food Safety requirements.
• Cross-train with other departments.
• Perform good housekeeping within established housekeeping guidelines.
• Comply with federal, state and local dairy food regulations.
• Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics, actively apply the Saputo Company Values and Workplace Climate Policy.
• Work together with co-workers and other department personnel.
• Other duties as required by management.

Job requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of (2)-two years of demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing, dairy food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications is a plus, but not required.
• A working understanding of food manufacturing acronyms (SQF, QA/QC, CQP, HACCP, SOP,5S, GMP).
• Strong math skills.
• Strong Computer skills, Microsoft Office and ERP applications, SAP Preferred.
• Strong technical skills, ability to operate and understand equipment controls, touch panels and mechanical operations.
• Successful completion of drug screen and background check.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Saputo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Schedule: Thursday, Friday, Saturday & every other Wednesday 6am-6:30pm

Pay Rate:  $ 21.00

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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