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Production Filler Operator

Schreiber Foods · Richland Center, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a job where you had to be on time and reliable. How did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they have a real attendance track record, which the posting calls out directly.

Have you worked around machines before? How did you stay safe?

What they are checking: Whether they respect machine guarding, PPE and OSHA rules instead of taking shortcuts.

You might be asked to work general labor positions in other parts of the plant. How do you feel about that?

What they are checking: Whether they are flexible and willing to go where the team needs them.

Tell me about a time you worked on a team that had to hit a goal under time pressure.

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm and help the team rather than getting frustrated when it's busy.

What would you do

As a filler operator you keep yogurt, cups, lids and fruit supplied to the machine. How would you stay ahead so the line never runs out?

What they are checking: Whether they plan ahead and watch supplies instead of reacting after the machine stops.

A quality check fails, but the line is behind and your lead wants to keep running. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they will hold a food safety or quality issue even under pressure to keep production moving.

You notice the filler sounds different than usual but it's still running. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they report early warning signs to maintenance before they become breakdowns.

About the work

What kinds of quality checks would you expect to do on a filling line, and why do they matter?

What they are checking: Whether they understand checks like fill weight, seal and code date protect customers and the company.

What does following good manufacturing practices mean for you on the floor?

What they are checking: Whether they can name everyday food safety habits, not just repeat the phrase.

Why do you think food safety is the number one priority in a yogurt plant?

What they are checking: Whether they connect their own actions on the line to the health of the people who eat the product.

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The full job description

As published by Schreiber Foods.

Job Category: Manufacturing & Operations Job Family: Machine Operations, Plant Production Work Shift: Job Description: Childcare Assistance: Get up to $5,000 annually to assist with the cost of childcare $2000 SIGN ON BONUS Earn up to $28.73 per hour (Depending on Shift and experience) Our passionate employees (we call ourselves “partners”) are feeding the world, and we’re looking for exceptional people to join our production team at our Richland Center, WI plants. Responsibilities • As a Filler Operator, you’ll play an important role in making sure the line runs smoothly. This includes making sure there is a steady supply of yogurt, cups, lids, and fruit available to the machine as well as monitoring the equipment and performing many different quality checks to make sure we’re meeting customer requirements. • The safety of our food and our partners are our No. 1 priority. That’s why you’ll be expected to follow good manufacturing practices and housekeeping guidelines, wear designated personal protective equipment (such as gloves, hard hat, etc.) and meet OSHA safety requirements. • You may be asked to work in other general labor positions in the plant, as needed. • Overtime and weekend work is possible for full-time positions. We also need you to arrive on time to work and maintain a satisfactory attendance record. Why Schreiber? • Here are some reasons to join our team: • We own our company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan • We are a global leader in dairy innovation • We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits • We provide opportunities to advance and grow with us Benefits: • Get up to $5,000 annually to assist with the cost of childcare • Up to $28.73 per hour and $2000 sign on bonus! • PAID TIME OFF at date of hire! • Profit Sharing Plan • Medical, Dental, Vision, life insurance effective on first day of employment • 8% 401(K) Match • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) • Wellness Benefits • Paid Holidays Minimum Requirements • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds consistently throughout shift • Excellent communication skills • Weekend/overtime and/or holiday work is required Schedule/Shifts • 2nd Shift: 2PM - 10:30PM • 3rd Shift: 10PM – 6:30AM • 12 Hour Nights: 6PM - 6:15AM Eligible partners will receive: Eligible partners will receive: • Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you’ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. That means in addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount toward your retirement every year. • Earn bonus pay. You’ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals. • Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one. • Childcare costs . Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters. • Earn extra money for taking care of yourself. Eligible partners can earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employer‑funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses. • Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber. • Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet and mental health benefits starting day one. • Experience caring like you’ve never experienced it before. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It’s called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time. • Benefits that support your whole life. Visit Schreiber – Care for you to see everything Schreiber offers to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship. Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Want to be alerted of new openings? Sign in and click the Job Alerts button in the upper-right corner to create a job alert.

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