Palletizer Operator

About the role

Saputo, a top 10 global dairy processor, is hiring a Palletizer Operator for its 24/7 manufacturing facility in Newington. This is a hands-on, shift-based role supporting continuous production, with days, swing or night shifts and weekend work; shifts may change to cover absences, plant downtime or audits. The position requires attention to detail, accuracy and organization.

Key responsibilities

• Operate automated case packing and palletizing equipment safely and efficiently, following standard operating procedures without deviation.
• Perform physical hand-stacking (palletizing) according to defined product pallet patterns.
• Generate pallet identification labels matching the production schedule and customer specs, verifying case quantity, product, product ID and production dates.
• Enter data accurately into the ERP system (SAP) and verify product codes.
• Identify out-of-specification product conditions and follow the notification protocol.
• Operate a forklift and transfer palletized product to the finished goods warehouse, coordinating with packaging and warehouse teams.
• Complete production records, perform equipment change-overs, clean-up and set-up, and carry out product reclaim and rework per guidelines.
• Support internal and external audits, follow GMP and food safety requirements, and comply with dairy food regulations.
• Perform good housekeeping, cross-train with other departments and follow all occupational health and safety procedures.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of work experience in food manufacturing; dairy food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs frequently, work in a noisy, variable temperature environment, wear PPE and work shifts including weekends.
• Good visual acuity, color discrimination and strong attendance.
• Successful drug screen and background check.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of food manufacturing acronyms (SQF, HACCP, SOP, 5S, GMP).
• Ability to operate equipment controls, touch panels and mechanical operations.
• Forklift certification (classes I-V, including pallet trucks) or willingness to obtain it.
• Advanced quality/food safety training is a plus.