Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a manufacturing or bottling environment.
• One year of experience on labeling equipment required.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot automated machinery.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to perform equipment adjustments.
• Understanding of GMPs, food safety, and workplace safety standards.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains accuracy in product inspection and documentation.
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively with other operators, mechanics, and supervisors.
• Safety Awareness: Adheres strictly to all safety and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and communicates equipment or process issues promptly.
• Reliability: Demonstrates consistent attendance, punctuality, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors automatic bottling line and labeling machines to maintain consistent production flow.
• Ensures the labeler is operating efficiently and continuously throughout the shift.
• Monitors laser coding equipment to confirm that all bottles are properly coded, legible, and accurate per production specifications.
• Conducts routine quality checks to verify fill levels, packaging integrity, and labeling accuracy.
• Removes jams and clears obstructions when the machine shuts down due to malfunction or defective materials.
• Performs all required operator checks, including pre-start inspections, in-process monitoring, and end-of-shift reports.
• Performs product and bottle size changeovers efficiently, following all established procedures.
• Starts equipment and observes operation to detect any malfunctions, stopping equipment and notifying the supervisor of abnormalities.
• Makes minor mechanical or operational adjustments such as opening valves, setting guides, or clearing damaged containers.
• Inspects filled containers for quality assurance to ensure compliance with product and packaging specifications.
• Replenishes and stages packaging materials such as wrapping film, cartons, labels, adhesives, and ink supplies.
• Loads and mounts materials onto appropriate spindles, hoppers, or feeders as required by production needs.
• Completes all required production and quality documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation standards, and safety procedures.
• Communicates effectively with maintenance, quality, and production team members to identify and resolve process issues.