Filler Operator - Bottling Manufacturing

Crystal Geyser Water Company•Bakersfield, CA

1d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Filler Machine Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of automated beverage filling equipment to ensure products meet Crystal Geyser Water Company's quality, food safety, and production standards. This position monitors filling equipment performance, performs routine operational adjustments and preventive maintenance, completes required production documentation, and works collaboratively with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Sanitation, and Warehouse teams to maintain continuous operations. Success in this role requires sound mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, commitment to safety, and the ability to identify and resolve routine production issues while maintaining compliance with company policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and all applicable food safety requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of Filling, manufacturing, production, or machine operator experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and alternate shifts as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Beverage, food, or bottling manufacturing experience.
Experience operating automated filling or packaging equipment.
Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting experience.
Experience working in a GMP or food manufacturing environment.
Ability to obtain or maintain a Cannery License for tea production, if required.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and adjust high-speed filling, capping, conveying, labeling, coding, and packaging equipment to maintain safe, continuous, and efficient production.
Perform equipment start-up, shutdown, sanitation verification, product changeovers, and line clearance activities in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Monitor production throughout the shift by verifying fill levels, Brix readings, cap application, cap torque, bottle appearance, label placement, date coding, package integrity, and overall product quality.
Perform routine quality inspections and immediately identify, isolate, and report products that do not meet established specifications.
Complete all required production records, quality documentation, downtime reports, sanitation checks, and electronic system entries accurately and timely.
Perform operator-level preventive maintenance including lubrication, valve replacement, filler adjustments, gasket inspections, routine cleaning, and approved mechanical troubleshooting while promptly communicating larger maintenance concerns.
Work closely with Batch Operators during product transitions to ensure proper product flow, formula integrity, and efficient production changeovers.
Monitor machine performance throughout production, identify potential issues before they impact operations, safely clear routine jams, and make approved operational adjustments to minimize downtime and maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Maintain compliance with all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP requirements, sanitation procedures, allergen controls (when applicable), glass and brittle plastic procedures, and all food safety standards.
Follow all company safety policies including Lockout/Tagout awareness, machine guarding requirements, proper PPE usage, safe lifting practices, and exercise Stop Work Authority whenever unsafe conditions exist.
Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready work area by practicing good housekeeping and supporting 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, and Sanitation departments to resolve operational issues, improve efficiencies, and consistently achieve production, quality, and safety objectives.
Cross-train on other production equipment and assist in training new operators while promoting a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and company objectives.