Fill Line Operator

QPS Employment Group; Columbia (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Fill Line Operator for a Columbia, IL facility on the 1st shift. The role involves operating and adjusting fill line equipment, verifying product specs, and maintaining safety and quality standards.

You will set up machinery for different products, perform routine quality checks, and collaborate with warehouse, quality control, and maintenance teams to achieve production goals. Training and potential hire are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior manufacturing or packaging experience preferred.
• Ability to operate industrial machinery and follow production workflows.
• Basic math for measuring quantities.
• Ability to read SDS and work instructions.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust fill line equipment for accurate output.
• Set up filling machinery for different products and containers.
• Verify product specs, batch numbers, and labeling.
• Perform routine quality checks on fill weights and seal integrity.
• Safely handle chemicals and hazardous liquids per guidelines.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on filling lines.
• Clean and sanitize tanks, lines and work areas per procedures.
• Document production data and quality results accurately.
• Coordinate with warehouse, quality control, and maintenance to meet goals.

Skills

Math skills

SDS literacy

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Filling equipment operation

Safety equipment handling

Job description

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Wage:$19.00 per hour

Shift:1st Hours:5:30am-4:00pm (Mon-Thurs)

Location:Columbia, IL

QPS Employment Grouphas a great Fill Line Operator position available at a company in Columbia, IL. This is a 1st shift position with the opportunity for hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust fill line equipment to ensure accurate product volumes and consistent output
• Set up filling machinery for different product types, container sizes, and production runs
• Verify product specifications, batch numbers, and labeling requirements before and during production
• Perform routine quality checks, including fill weights, seal integrity, and labeling accuracy
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company safety standards when handling chemicals
• Safely handle, transfer, and package hazardous and non-hazardous liquid products
• Conduct basic troubleshooting and minor repairs on filling and packaging equipment
• Clean and sanitize tanks, lines, and work areas following proper procedures
• Document production data, inventory usage, and quality results accurately
• Work closely with warehouse, quality control, and maintenance teams to meet production goals

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, or packaging operations preferred
• Ability to operate industrial machinery and understand production workflows
• Basic math skills for measuring and verifying product quantities
• Ability to read and interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and work instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to work in a warehouse or production environment with exposure to chemicals, noise, and varying temperatures

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
• Experience with automated filling systems or chemical blending processes
• Mechanical aptitude for equipment adjustments and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of hazardous material handling and labeling regulations

About us

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

Why Work with QPS?

• Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
• Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process

Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers and we will never ask you to pay a fee!

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We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.