Career Opportunity
Assistant Filler Operator
Type: Permanent, Full Time
Location: ADL St. Eleanors, 36 Greenwood Drive, Summerside, PE
Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL) is a producer-owned, independent cooperative with dairy processing plants and a retail food distribution facility across Prince Edward Island (PEI). For over 70 years, ADL has been dedicated to transforming fresh milk from local PEI farms into premium dairy products, including milk, cheese, cream, butter, and canned milk. Our products grace kitchens and restaurants throughout PEI and Canada.
Position Overview:
The Assistant Filler Operator is responsible for supporting the production process by efficiently placing milk into crates, maintaining cleanliness of machinery, and assisting with the wash cycles of the production line. Reporting to the Production Manager, the Assistant Filler Operator plays a key role in maintaining smooth operations and ensuring that safety, quality, and efficiency standards are upheld.
Location: ADL St. Eleanors, 36 Greenwood Drive, Summerside, PE,
Work Environment and Schedule:
The Assistant Filler Operator will work in a fast-paced production environment, involving physical tasks such as lifting crates and maintaining equipment cleanliness. The position requires adherence to safety protocols and attention to detail for maintaining high-quality standards.
- Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, rotating between shifts from 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM and 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Shifts may run later depending on production needs.
Compensation and Benefits:
- $20.55 – $23.52 per hour with potential for higher pay when relieving other roles.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
- Retirement savings plan with employer contributions and expert financial guidance.
- Paid Time Off, covering vacations and sick leave.
- Personal Spending Account (PSA) – dedicated fund for well-being expenses.
- Personalized training programs for ongoing skill improvement and career growth.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential assistance for personal and work challenges.
- Special perks and discounts exclusively for ADL employees.
- The pride of belonging to a distinguished local company, 100% owned by PEI’s dairy farmers
- Move empty crates into the production room to prepare for filling.
- Fill crates with two-liter milk containers until full, and stack crates five or six high for efficient storage.
- Clean and maintain the 2-liter machine, ensuring all areas are thoroughly cleaned and properly set up for line wash.
- Set up and initiate the Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) process for mix tanks and production lines, including moving pipes and starting wash cycles on the computer.
- Check and clean valves, ensuring proper sanitation and reassembly.
- Accurately complete all required documentation and paperwork on time.
- Adhere to all safety and operational protocols, always following proper procedures.
- Participate in and complete all required training programs for operational and safety standards.
- Provide training to employees on safety procedures and operational tasks as necessary.
- Perform any additional duties as assigned to support production needs.
- Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment, with a focus on food processing preferred.
- Ability to safely perform physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail for equipment operation, cleaning, and accurate paperwork.
- Willingness to follow all safety protocols and company procedures.
- Good communication skills for effective teamwork.
- Ability to adapt and learn quickly in a production setting.
Ready to join our team? Simply click the ‘Apply‘ button, be prepared to enter your details, attach your resume, and respond to a few questions. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Competition closes on October 28, 2024, at 4:00 PM.
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ADL is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
Job Expires:October 28, 2024 4:00pm