Filler Operator – Production

About the role

The Filler Operator supports plant production by operating, monitoring, and maintaining filler equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant output. This hands‑on role works in a food‑manufacturing environment, handling equipment changeovers, sanitation, and quality checks.

Key responsibilities

• Operate filler and fill‑room equipment such as bag inserters, fillers, uncuffers, and lidding machines following standard procedures.
• Perform start‑up, shut‑down, and routine operation while monitoring alarms and error codes.
• Complete production documentation, including downtime reports, weight checks, and material usage records.
• Carry out routine Total Productive Maintenance and basic troubleshooting to keep equipment running.
• Support equipment set‑ups, tear‑downs, and changeovers to meet production schedules.
• Execute required PCP, CCP, QP, and CQP checks and follow reaction plans for food safety and quality events.
• Maintain housekeeping and sanitation of filler equipment and fill‑room areas in line with GMPs.
• Handle ingredients, packaging, and product safely, including lifting and staging as needed.

Required profile

• Secondary education or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of machine‑operation experience in manufacturing or food production.
• Working knowledge of filling operations, equipment, and production processes.
• Mechanical aptitude for basic adjustments and equipment support.
• Ability to accurately complete production records and understand food‑safety, quality, and GMP requirements.
• Physical ability to lift, stand, and perform demanding tasks.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a production team.

Required skills

• Filler equipment operation
• Basic troubleshooting and maintenance
• Understanding of food safety and GMP standards