Saputo

food manufacturing

ReliefOperator

Newington, Connecticut, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Relief Operator at Saputo. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, operational metrics, continuous improvement. Provide rest breaks and meal periods for team members. Safe and efficient operation of production packaging and filling equipment”

Industry & Context.

food manufacturing
Eligibility Requirements

Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walkingending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift., Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment and following approved chemical handling procedures., Good visual acuity with the ability to see color., Physical lifting up to 45-lbs frequently throughout the shift., Ability to lift 50+ lbs with assistance., Shift flexibility., This is a hands-on role for a 24/7 manufacturing facility., Our equipment operators are assigned to a team on a shift, 24/7 operation to support manufacturing., This can either be days, swing or night shift and weekends., Work days and shifts may change to help cover vacations/absences, during plant downtime or related events such as audits.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

High school diploma or equivalent, Minimum of (2)-two years of demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing, math skills, PC skills, MS Excel, ERP applications, technical skills, ability to operate and understand equipment controls, touch panels, mechanical operations, Possess lift truck certification or ability to obtain lift truck certification (Powered Industrial Trucks), verbal and written communication skills, Demonstrated work history, Consistent attendance

Nice to Have

dairy food manufacturing experience preferred, Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications is a plus, SAP a plus

What You'll Do.

Provide rest breaks and meal periods for team members

Safe and efficient operation of production packaging and filling equipment

operate and replenish fiber gluer and/or taping equipment

Follow standard operating procedures (SOP’s) in detail

Collect routine product samples and perform routine seal integrity testing

Generate pallet identification labels in accordance to the production schedule

Set-up case coding equipment and validate product case codes

Verify and record accurate product case quantities

Identify and effectively communicate any out-of-specification product conditions

Perform routine equipment adjustments

Accurately and neatly complete production records

break relief reports and documents

Perform equipment change-overs

clean-up operations and equipment set-up

Perform environmental controls

Safe operation of lift truck

Perform product reclaim and rework operations

Support internal and external audits

Follow all established occupational health and safety procedures

Follow all established GMP’s and Food Safety requirements

Cross-train in all other departments

Perform good housekeeping

state and local dairy food regulations

Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics

Actively apply the Saputo values

Work together professionally in a team environment

Other duties as required by management

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Provide rest breaks and meal periods for team members; Work together professionally in a team environment with coworkers and other department personnel; Cross-train in all other departments, in order to fill time off or gaps in schedule

Communication Scope

verbal and written communication skills

Full Job Description

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? Position Responsibilities: * Provide rest breaks and meal periods for team members in identified process, filling and packaging positions in accordance with meal and rest period schedules. * Safe and efficient operation of production packaging and filling equipment as required. * Set-up, operate and replenish fiber gluer and/or taping equipment. * Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP’s) in detail without deviation. * Collect routine product samples and perform routine seal integrity testing to inspect the carton for leaks, tears and perform dye inspections for quality assurance. * Generate pallet identification labels in accordance to the production schedule. This includes the verification of case quantity, product, product ID and production dates. * Set-up case coding equipment and validate product case codes in accordance with code specifications. * Verify and record accurate product case quantities. * Identify and effectively communicate any out-of-specification product conditions. Follow the established notification protocol. * Perform routine equipment adjustments. * Accurately and neatly complete production records, break relief reports and documents. * Perform equipment change-overs, clean-up operations and equipment set-up. * Perform environmental controls. * Safe operation of lift truck. * Perform product reclaim and rework operations in accordance with reclaim 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 in all other departments, in order to fill time off or gaps in schedule. * Perform good ho

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