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Saputo

Global dairy processor expanding through acquisitions

Production Skilled Relief Operator

Machine & Process OperationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeFriendship, NY, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • At least two years of demonstrated work experience is required.
  • Strong math skills are required.
  • The role requires the ability to operate and understand equipment controls, touch panels, and mechanical operations.
  • Applicants must have lift truck certification or be able to obtain certification for powered industrial trucks in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English are required.
  • Good computer skills are required, including efficiency with Microsoft Excel and enterprise resource planning applications.
  • A demonstrated work history is required.
  • Good attendance is required.
  • The role requires the ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, changing temperatures, and frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, stair climbing, and movement around equipment throughout the shift.
  • The role requires working in noise exceeding 85 decibels while wearing hearing protection.
  • The role requires working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment, and following approved chemical-handling procedures.
  • The role requires frequently lifting up to 45 pounds unassisted and lifting 50 pounds or more with assistance.
  • Good visual acuity, including the ability to see and differentiate colors, is required.
  • Shift flexibility is required, including rotating, day, swing, or night shifts and weekends; workdays and shifts may change to cover absences, downtime, audits, or related events.

Responsibilities

  • Provide rest breaks, meal periods, and day-off relief for team members in filling and packaging positions.
  • Safely and efficiently operate production filling and packaging equipment, including product infeed, fill systems, case forming, packaging, case packing, and palletizing equipment.
  • Set up, operate, and replenish fiber gluer and/or taping equipment.
  • Follow standard operating procedures in detail without deviation.
  • Collect routine product samples and perform seal integrity testing and required fill-package inspections for leaks, tears, and quality assurance.
  • Generate pallet identification labels according to the production schedule and verify case quantity, product, product identification, and production dates.
  • Set up case-coding equipment and validate product case codes against code specifications.
  • Verify and record accurate product case quantities.
  • Identify and communicate out-of-specification product conditions according to the established notification protocol.
  • Perform routine equipment adjustments and preventive maintenance inspections.
  • Complete production records, reports, and documents accurately and neatly.
  • Perform equipment changeovers, cleanup operations, and equipment setup.
  • Perform environmental controls.
  • Safely operate a pallet jack.
  • Perform product reclaim and rework according to reclaim guidelines.
  • Support internal and external audits.
  • Follow established occupational health and safety procedures.
  • Follow established good manufacturing practices and food safety requirements.
  • Cross-train with other departments.
  • Maintain good housekeeping according to established guidelines.
  • Comply with federal, state, and local dairy food regulations.
  • Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics and apply Saputo values.
  • Work professionally with coworkers and personnel from other departments.
  • Perform other duties as required by management.

Desired Qualifications

  • Dairy food manufacturing experience is preferred.
  • Advanced quality or food safety training and/or certifications are a plus but are not required.
  • Experience with SAP is preferred.

About the Company

Saputo

Global dairy processor expanding through acquisitions

Saputo is a global dairy processor producing cheese (including mozzarella), milk, and other dairy ingredients for retail, foodservice, and industrial customers. It grew from a Montreal family operation into a multinational company by acquiring regional dairies and expanding into the United States and other countries, and it went public in 1997 to fund further growth. Its competitive edge comes from its long heritage and a disciplined growth strategy that built a geographically diverse footprint across Canada, the United States, Argentina, Australia, and the UK. The goal is to be a leading, globally trusted dairy supplier by leveraging scale, integration, and a steady pipeline of acquisitions to serve customers worldwide.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
1954

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