3rd Shift Filler Operator / Canning Line Operator

Fortress Nutrition is actively hiring for a 3rd Shift Filler Operator / Line Operator to work on our Beverage Canning Line.

The right candidate will be able to train on 1st OR 2nd shift for up to four (4) weeks before moving to the standard scheduled hours of this role.

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.

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

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 :

What We're Looking For :

What Your Compensation Package Will Look Like :

50 Per Week

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

Fortress Nutrition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.