HIL - Filler Operator

Being Better Than We Have to Be

Since 1938, Hiland Dairy has been setting high standards in performance & quality to then exceed those marks. We never settle for less than the very best we can offer.

We define this by treating our greatest assets — our team members — with dignity & respect. We strive to attract & retain high quality people by providing a competitive benefits & compensation package. We invest in our team members by continually training and upgrading the skills of our people.

The Filler Operator runs and maintains fillers in a continuous flow vat to process milk, cream, and other dairy products, following specific methods and formulas. As a Filler Operator, you will be responsible for the quality, food safety, and product specifications.

• Clean, set up, operate, and monitor filler equipment.
• Complete all required quality checks and documentation.
• Collect the required samples needed for Quality Assurance testing.
• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of the product.
• Make adjustments to filler timing and filling; check vat as needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.
• Perform filler equipment and filler line changeovers for the next run safely.
• Working knowledge with wrapper operations; watch for jams and effectively thread product wrap.
• Complete the cleaning checklist once the line has completed the run.
• Follow all sanitation and quality policies and procedures and report any deficiencies.
• Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced.
• Responsible for adhering to food safety and quality system requirements by committing to meet all pertinent regulatory, customer, and SQF requirements.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

• Minimum age: 18
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical.
• Basic math competency required to perform calculations.
• Experience analyzing and troubleshooting process data and equipment performance preferred.

Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 75 pounds. Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, or nut allergens. Exposed to noise/vibration, and chemicals. Required to stand, walk, climb, bend, twist, push and pull, and reach above and below the shoulder. Repetition-Hand/Wrist Simple Grasping, Firm grasping. Must be able to work in a wet environment (50 degrees) for extended periods of time.

Occasionally required to climb or balance.

$19.35 per hour + $1.00 shift differential

• Free Discount Programs (e.g., CityPASS) upon hire date
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance after 1st month
• Competitive Retirement plan after 6 months
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave after 1 year

Hiland Dairy Foods Company, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.