Filler Operator: Precision Production on the Line

PeopleGateway; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Princes Group is seeking a diligent Machine Operator to run a filler on the production line, ensuring carton quality and minimising waste. You’ll perform checks, maintain cleanliness, and work within a safety-focused team across three shifts.

Candidates should have basic food hygiene training, awareness of hazards, and be able to follow SOPs, report issues promptly, and support packaging accuracy and line efficiency in a busy food manufacturing site.

Qualifications

• Be proficient by Team Leader in cleaning, operating and carrying out operator maintenance of the filler.
• Able to operate all packaging equipment on the filling line.
• Be literate and numerate so checks can be carried out and recorded accurately and legibly.
• Have received basic food hygiene training.
• Be aware of emergency procedures.
• Be aware of safety implications of hazardous materials used and precautions necessary.
• Be aware of correct PPE usage and storage.
• Be aware of company policy regarding Quality, Environment, Occupational Health and Safety and Personal Hygiene.
• Have received manual handling training.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all machine operator functions on a filler in a safe manner to produce the specified quality of finished cartons whilst minimising waste and maximising machine efficiency.
• Carry out and document routine checks and tests to a defined schedule.
• Maintain safe operating environment and minimise wastage while ensuring packaging is correct and carton coding is accurate.
• Liaise with Team Leader regarding issues, production plan, and maintenance needs.
• Ensure Filler area is kept clean and PPE is worn when required.
• Report accidents/near misses/damages to Shift Manager and Team Leader.
• Perform any other duties as required by Production Management team.

Skills

Filling line operation

Safety consciousness

Hygiene awareness

Basic math & literacy

Teamwork

Tools

Packaging equipment

Job description

Princes Group is seeking a diligent Machine Operator to run a filler on the production line, ensuring carton quality and minimising waste. You’ll perform checks, maintain cleanliness, and work within a safety-focused team across three shifts.

Candidates should have basic food hygiene training, awareness of hazards, and be able to follow SOPs, report issues promptly, and support packaging accuracy and line efficiency in a busy food manufacturing site.