FILLER OPERATOR (3721)

Innovation Foods; Millville (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay Rates

Medical, dental, vision plans

Job summary

Innovation Foods in Millville, NJ is seeking a Filler Operator to ensure accurate filling and packaging of products in a fast-paced production environment. The role requires basic equipment operation, adherence to GMP/HACCP/FDA/SQF, and routine quality checks.

The position offers a 12-hour shift (6:00 AM–6:00 PM) on a 2-2-3 schedule with competitive pay of $19.00 hourly. Applicants should have a High School diploma and 1–2 years in manufacturing or food production.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years manufacturing or food production experience.
• Experience operating filling equipment and CIP/SIP.
• Strong safety and GMP adherence.
• Basic documentation and log-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Operate filling equipment to fill, cap, seal, label, and package products.
• Maintain packaging supplies and materials.
• Support production flow by clearing jams and assisting machine operation.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, FDA, and SQF standards.
• Complete quality checks and document results.
• Assist with setup and monitoring printers and coding equipment.
• Report issues impacting production efficiency.

Skills

Documentation

Operational proficiency

Technical & mechanical

Quality & safety

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Filling equipment

CIP/SIP processes

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: MILLVILLE - MILLVILLE, NJ 08332

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $19.00 - $19.00

HourlyTravel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Manufacturing

What IF you started your career with a company set on excellence through building relationships and delivering results? Joining Innovation Foods is just that! A career here means you are joining a rapidly growing organization, known for its community outreach, diversity, inclusivity, and premier production facilities.

In addition to being a great place to work, Innovation Foods strives to offer its employees a holistic career experience that incorporates learning and development, wellness, and exceptional benefits.

Our Benefits

• Competitive Pay Rates
• Medical, dental, vision and prescription plans with wellness incentives
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account (on applicable plans)
• 401k Plan – with a company match
• Company funded Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Company funded Life Insurance Policy
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days

Job Description – Filler Operator

Location: Millville, NJ

Shift: 6:00AM-6:00PM, 12 hours shift on 2-2-3 schedule

Payrate: $19.00

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Job Summary:

The Filler Operator is responsible for ensuring accurate and efficient product filling by operating and monitoring filling equipment in a fast paced production environment. This role performs routine equipment checks, troubleshoots basic issues, maintains a clean work area, and upholds all safety and quality standards to support consistent, high quality production.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assists with operating filling equipment to fill, cap, seal, label, and package products according to specifications.
• Assists in maintaining adequate supplies of packaging materials, including cartons and caps.
• Supports production flow by clearing jams, spills, and manually operating equipment when necessary
• Adheres to health, safety, and food quality regulations (e.g., GMP, HACCP, FDA, SQF)
• Performs basic quality checks, including monitoring product weight and verifying gable codes.
• Performs dye and peroxide checks as required to support quality control requirements.
• Completes required documentation for quality checks and packaging material tracking.
• Assists with setup and monitoring of gable printers and other coding equipment.
• Assists with CIP and SIP processes to support sanitation and product integrity.
• Communicates with other departments and promptly reports issues that may impact production efficiency, including food safety or quality concerns.
• Works with peers to train and develop training materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required Skills/Abilities

• Documentation: Basic computer skills for tracking production data and filling out logs/SOPs
• Operational Proficiency: Ability to perform product changeovers, set up machinery, and perform mathematical calculations for measurements.
• Technical & Mechanical: Proficient in operating, cleaning, and performing preventive maintenance on filling machines. Troubleshooting skills for identifying jams or malfunctions.
• Quality & Safety Control: Strict adherence to safety standards (e.g., OSHA, PPE) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Attention to detail to ensure proper product weight, volume, and seal integrity.
• Communication & Teamwork: Strong verbal skills to report defects to maintenance/supervisors and collaborate with team members.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years experience in manufacturing, food production, or machine operation.
• Experience operating filling equipment, working with CIP/SIP processes, or performing quality control procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Walking/Standing £ £ £ R
• Lifting up to 60lbs £ £ R £
• Pulling/Pushing up to 60lbs £ £ R £
• Sitting £ £ R £
• Climbing £ £ £ R
• Bending/Kneeling £ £ £ R
• Reaching/Handling £ £ R £
• Gripping £ £ R £

Environmental Hazards

• Noise level above 85 db R
• Chemical Hazards R
• Hot/Cold/Humid Conditions R