Packaging Machine Operator

Reckitt•Hillsborough Township, NJ

About The Position

The Packaging Operator is responsible for operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, and optimizing packaging equipment within the facility. The role supports safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing operations by performing equipment startups, changeovers, shutdowns, troubleshooting activities, and Clean, Inspect, Lubricate (CIL) tasks in accordance with Standard Work Instructions (SWI), safety requirements, and operational standards. The position follows a weekend PM schedule: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 7:15 p.m.–7:30 a.m. The role is not currently offering visa sponsorship or relocation.

Requirements

Previous experience operating, adjusting, troubleshooting, and optimizing liquid filling, capping, labeling, and packaging equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of safety requirements, quality standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Ability to perform equipment startups, shutdowns, changeovers, line clearances, routine inspections, and basic preventive maintenance while maintaining production efficiency, product quality, and compliance with procedures.
Working knowledge of production documentation, batch records, and quality inspection processes.
Ability to identify and resolve minor mechanical or operational issues to minimize downtime and support production targets.
Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment to move raw materials, components, and finished goods safely.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing setting.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and lift up to 25 lbs.
Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor packaging equipment, including startups, shutdowns, product changeovers, and routine operation, in accordance with safety, quality, and operating standards.
Troubleshoot equipment issues, perform basic maintenance, and support equipment reliability through inspections, corrective actions, and CIL processes.
Follow safety requirements, including PPE use, lockout/tagout procedures, behavioral safety programs, and housekeeping standards; promptly report incidents or unsafe conditions.
Use HMI systems and established centerlines to optimize equipment performance, meet production and OEE targets, and identify operational losses, bottlenecks, and efficiency improvements.
Perform line clearances and routine quality checks, complete required documentation, and follow GMP, ISO, Micro-B, and Reckitt standards to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance.
Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying and implementing opportunities to enhance safety, quality, reliability, and equipment performance.

Benefits

Parental benefits, including 16 weeks of paid parental leave or 26 weeks for the birthing parent.
Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health.
Life insurance.
Medical and prescription insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Disability insurance.
Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and company-recognized holidays.
401(k) plan.
Adoption and fertility support.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee discounts.
Global share plans.
Annual discretionary bonus eligibility.
Short-term incentives for eligible roles.