Filling Line Operator I

Benjamin Moore; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

PTO 3 weeks + 7 holidays + 5 personal

Employer-paid life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Benjamin Moore is seeking a Filling Line Operator in Newark, NJ to monitor the filling line and perform quality checks on all products. You will operate filling machines, lid dropper, labeler, and palletizer while ensuring accurate data entry and adherence to SOPs.

The role requires high attention to detail, basic math, teamwork, and the ability to work overtime and weekends when needed. Comprehensive benefits and a competitive pay range are provided.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and cross-functionally.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and cleanliness.
• Ability to operate multiple packaging machines and related equipment.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor incoming quality of containers and supply area to ensure uninterrupted filling operations.
• Calibrate and operate filling machines; verify weights and product appearance; retain control samples.
• Ensure lids, labels, and packaging materials are adequately stocked and correctly applied.
• Maintain equipment like bail-o-matic, case packer, palletizer, and related systems.
• Input accurate data into terminal for inventory control; monitor forklift operations.
• Follow safety, environmental, and SOP guidelines; maintain clean work area.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Basic math

Communication skills

Overtime willingness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fill by weight machine

Video jet

Labeler

Palletizer

Case packer

Depalletizer

Tower operations

Job description

Company Overview

At Benjamin Moore, our success is attributable to the employees who dedicate their time and talents to the brand and exemplify our core values of openness, integrity, community, excellence, and safety. Benjamin Moore employees enjoy a competitive and well-rounded benefits package, career development options, business resource groups, and opportunities to come together and connect with colleagues. We facilitate growth, development, and purpose for all through an inclusive and engaging workplace.

Join us and be part of a brand that inspires creativity, innovation, and passion while supporting locally owned stores in 65 countries.

Mon- Fri 2pm - 10:30pm

Reporting directly to the department Lead, this role will work seamlessly with the facility team and all departments to monitor the filling line and perform quality checks on all products. Additionally, the Filling Line Operator utilizes equipment, ensuring the filling line is running correctly.

Responsibilities

• Monitor incoming quality of containers; monitor container supply area by each line to ensure adequate quantity for uninterrupted filling line operation.
• Automatic filling machine: Calibrate & properly operate filling machines; check batch ticket for correct product; monitor correct weights & quality appearance of containers (no drips); retain sample for control lab.
• Lid dropper: Supplied with adequate amount of lids for uninterrupted operation of filling line; lids properly sealed on containers; lid information is legible and correct for product being filled.
• Label machine: Ensure adequate quantity of correct labels and adhesive; monitor quality appearance of label and container.
• Maintain proper operation and minor adjustment of bail-o-matic machine.
• Case packer: Ensure adequate supply of cartons and tape for uninterrupted operation of filling line; verify carton information is legible and correct for product being filled.
• Palletizer: Supply empty pallets to machine; offload full pallets as appropriate.
• Responsible for accurate count of fill and input data into terminal for inventory control using electronic information systems.
• Maintains forklift or other related equipment by checking battery, electrical hook-up, etc.
• Follows all safety guidelines and rules; environmental and regulatory guidelines; uses all required safety equipment. Maintains quality and cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Basic math skills, ie: addition/subtraction
• Ability to work in a team environment and work cross-functionally.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and cleanliness.
• Ability to use company software and computer system programs.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work safely and follow SOP’s
• Ability to work overtime (up to 4 hours past regularly scheduled shift) and weekends when required.
• Ability to operate fill by weight machine, video jet, labeler, palletizer, case packer, can and carton computer and depalletizer.
• Ability to operate the tower independently
• Ability to operate a gallon line and quart line independently
• Ability to operate a gallon line casepacker and five line independently
• Ability to operate a gallon line and operate a small batch
• Environmental Factors and exposure throughout shift
• Ability to use forklift, winch and trolley system
• Running the filling line and packaging goods is most frequent activity (upwards of 8 hours per day)

Compensation Philosophy

At Benjamin Moore, our brand represents excellence, and we strive to provide a comprehensive total rewards package to match. In addition to a competitive base salary, every exempt and non-exempt role in our organization is eligible for a performance-based annual raise and bonus in recognition of their efforts that contribute to the success of our organization. We conduct regular pay audits using external market data and internal comparisons to ensure our employees are compensated fairly and equitably.

The salary range listed herein refers to the amount the Company is willing to pay at the time of posting. The actual salary offer will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, job location, and other relevant factors.

In addition to our monetary compensation package, Benjamin Moore provides a full range of benefits that are personalized to support you physically, financially, and emotionally, through both the big milestones and in your everyday life.

Benefits Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401 (k) match
• PTO starting at 3 weeks' vacation + (7) paid holidays and (5) personal days
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

You can view the complete benefits package by clicking the following link:

https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/benjamin-moore-careers?targetid=row-benefits-summary

Engagement, Inclusion + Social Impact

At Benjamin Moore, we don't just accept difference — we celebrate it, support it, and thrive because it benefits our employees, customers, and community. We remain steadfast in our commitment to cultivating an environment where all are provided the tools and opportunities to thrive in the workplace. Our efforts allow each of us to authentically live our corporate values of Openness, Integrity, Community, Excellence, and Safety.

Our Social Impact initiatives, including strategic partnerships, in-kind donations, and volunteerism, further amplify our ability to positively impact the lives of our stakeholders. We believe that fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging is the right thing to do and essential for our continued success.

Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program

Benjamin Moore provides Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program to support eligible active employees who graduated from an accredited post-secondary educational institution. The Repayment Program is intended to contribute to reducing employee's student loans. The Company follows all rules and regulations concerning the taxability of student loan repayments provided under applicable law.

EOE

Benjamin Moore is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Our commitment to these principles means all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Pay Range

USD $21.30 - USD $28.20 /Hr.