3rd Shift Filler/Canning Line Operator

Training Schedule:

1st Shift (6:00am-2:30pm, Monday-Friday); OT and weekends as needed
2nd Shift (2:00pm-10:30pm, Monday-Friday); OT and weekends as needed

Standard Schedule:

3rd Shift (10:00pm-6:30am, Monday-Friday); OT and weekends as needed

Job Summary: Working as part of the Beverage Operations team, the Filler/Canning Line Operator is a *dual role*.

The primary responsibilities of the Filler Operator include: safe and efficient operation of the beverage filling equipment of our high-speed canning/beverage production line to ensure accurate production, capping, and packaging of high-quality products according to customer expectations. This role plays a vital part in maintaining product quality, safety, and ensuring production targets are achieved.

The primary responsibilities of the Canning Line Operator include: operating high-speed canning/beverage production line equipment to create, produce and package products while working with a team to ensure the line is kept running, issues (red lights) are address/resolved with strong sense of urgency, and safe, high-quality products are produced.

This role will require cross-training on the canning line to function as an operator as needed for breaks and/or staffing shortages. 

What You’ll Do:
Filler Operator Duties:

• Setup, operate and maintain semi-automatic filling equipment to ensure quality and efficiency of product output
• Perform hourly quality checks to maintain specifications of product, following MMR instructions
• Consistently read and assess real time meter values (Brix, Co2, water formula) to ensure no deviations or errors occur; Act with strong sense of urgency to resolve errors and prevent production delays
• Perform can checks for damage, scratches and imperfections
• Perform and provide seam checks for quality, testing, and can integrity
• Maintain CSW for can lid reload as needed
• Monitor production yield using the Yield Loss Calculator to assess real-time production yield data; Identify and call out any yield deviations (too low/too high) based on established targets to make necessary adjustments
• Monitor internal IM channel (Slack) for Quality updates and product specification details; Interact and make adjustments to work as needed
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly sanitation logs for filler station and surrounding areas
• Assist with line changeovers for different product or packaging formats
• Conduct routine inspections of equipment and perform basic maintenance and/or cleaning
• Accurately complete production documentation, quality checks, and equipment logs
• Coordinate with Quality and Maintenance as needed to address and resolve issues quickly and efficiently
• Identify and report any equipment malfunctions or product inconsistencies immediately to Production Lead, Supervisor, or Operations Manager
• Follow all safety protocols, GMPs, and sanitation procedures at all times
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and suggest ways to improve processes
• Cross train on the canning line to support production when needed for breaks, PTO, absences, etc.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by leadership

Canning Line Operator Duties:

• Setup, operate and maintain all canning line equipment, including filler, seamer, and packing equipment to ensure quality and efficiency of product output
• Troubleshoot any/all issues immediately as they arise on the high-speed canning machinery, including the filler, seamer, and packaging equipment
• Document all canning line and repack QA checks for accuracy in real-time following Good Documentation Practices (GDPs)
• Perform all duties with a strong sense of urgency; Quickly address red stop lights on the equipment to ensure minimal downtime
• Notify maintenance of any equipment/mechanical issues and necessary repairs with strong sense of urgency to minimize production delays
• Safely, efficiently and effectively work to attain department and company goals and objectives
• Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMPs, and maintain sanitary conditions to ensure equipment and product quality is maintained at all times
• Perform all duties with strict attention-to-detail to ensure product is packaged properly and efficiently, meeting all client requirements and output standards
• Perform physical inventory of packaging materials and notify supervision of replenishment needs in a timely manner
• Communicate all production-related concerns and matters to the supervisor as they arise for immediate attention
• Perform all other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• 2+ year of machine operating experience, preferably on high-speed packaging equipment, is required
• Previous experience as a filler operator within the food/beverage industry, with an understanding of food safety & quality requirements is strongly desired
• Ability to understand throw-rate & ratio settings
• Strong attention-to-detail and ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues
• Ability to learn, operate and troubleshoot high-speed production line equipment
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Ability to work overtime and occasional weekends as needed to fulfill production needs
• Frequently required to stand; walk; talk or hear; reach above shoulders; use hands to finger, handle, grasp, pinch or touch objects, controls, tools or equipment; kneel, crouch and use foot/feet to operate machinery
• Occasionally required to lift, carry, move, push or pull materials, product or equipment up to 50 pounds; bend at the waist; climb or balance
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, up to ten (10) or more hours in a single shift

What Your Compensation Package Will Look Like:

• $21.00-$23.00+ per hour (+$2.00 3rd Shift Premium)
• Double Pay for ANY Weekend Overtime Hours or Hours >50 Per Week
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Package
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with GREAT Company Match
• Affordable Insurance – Medical, Dental, and Vision
• HSA Plan Option with Quarterly Company Contribution
• Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life & AD&D
• $1,000 Referral Bonuses – Uncapped!
• AND more!

*The right candidate will have previous experience in the food and beverage industry, ability to troubleshoot, and stable work history with previous employers.*

To apply for this position, please email your resume directly to careers@fortressllc.com.

Fortress Nutrition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.