Filler Production Operator in Burley

Job Description

Job Title:

Filler Operator (ESL/UHT)

Department:
Production

Classification:
On-site, hourly position

Reports to:

Production Supervisor/Production Manager

Shift Responsibilities:
All shifts

As a Filler Operator, you will play a key role in the production of ESL (Extended Shelf Life) and Aseptic dairy products (Ultra-High Temperature ~ UHT). You will be responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, and maintaining high-speed filling equipment to produce safe, high-quality products in a clean and efficient manufacturing environment. You’ll also actively record established parameters ensuring line validation, operational performance, and all quality documentation is completed at the required times and standards.

This position shares responsibility for maintaining Suntado’s food safety, quality and legality program under the BRC/GFSI/PCQI guidelines.

• Operate and monitor filler machinery and related production equipment according to SOPs and safety standards.
• Perform startup, operational checks, initial run testing, and equipment cleanliness verification.
• Conduct quality tests on finished products, ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Follow production guidelines, document deviations, and ensure accuracy via ERP systems.
• Perform routine maintenance on processing and filling equipment.
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions, assist with minor repairs, and elevate issues to appropriate departments.
• Support troubleshooting of bottlenecks and quality issues; provide proactive solutions to improve uptime and efficiency.
• Adhere to all safety protocols including confined space, PPE usage, chemical handling, and sanitation practices.
• Maintain accurate and timely production records, including materials usage and cleaning logs.
• Support audit readiness for HACCP, ISDA, SQF, and customer inspections.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and other production staff to resolve issues in real time.
• Support onboarding and training of new operators in filler operations and SOPs.
• Participate in cross-functional teams and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all company policies related to attendance, sanitation, quality, and safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in a food, dairy or beverage manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of dairy processing, aseptic systems, or ESL/UHT filling equipment is a plus.
• Familiarity with pumps, mix-proof valves, control systems, and Clean In Place (CIP) systems is desirable.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot machinery.
• Can follow detailed procedures and maintain precise, legible records.
• Excellent communication skills—verbal and written.
• Can multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Basic math and reading comprehension skills required.
• Can read, write and speak English.
• Willingness to learn and follow food safety and regulatory systems including HACCP, GMPs, SQF, and PMO.
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and listen. The employee frequently is required to walk within the site. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend and climb; use hands feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. repeatedly for periods of up to one hour. Stand, walk, bend, and move continuously throughout a 12-hour shift in a fast-paced production environment.

Our Company is firmly committed to conducting business in compliance with the letter and spirit of the law and other accepted…