Liquid Filling & Packaging Operator - 1st Shift

Elite Staffing Inc; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Voluntary Benefits

401k Retirement Plan

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Elite Staffing, Inc. in Waukegan, IL is seeking a Production Worker / Production Operator to support liquids manufacturing and filling operations.

You will operate filling, capping, labeling, induction sealing, coding and packaging equipment. The role requires at least 1 year in a manufacturing or production environment, GMP compliance, ability to read work instructions, basic math, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a manufacturing, distribution, assembly, or production environment.
• GMP regulated environment preferred (food, beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, CPG).
• Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions, SOPs, quality standards and safety procedures.
• Basic math skills including counting, measuring, and basic arithmetic.
• Commitment to personal and workplace safety with awareness of safety of self and others.
• Strong teamwork and accountability; adhere to attendance and shift schedules.
• Follow GMP and PPE requirements (hair nets, beard nets, safety glasses, gloves, footwear).
• Willingness to follow changing priorities and work assignments.
• Ability to work in a structured manufacturing environment and support multiple lines.

Responsibilities

• Operate liquid filling, capping, labeling, induction sealing, coding, and packaging equipment.
• Load bottles, caps, labels, cartons, and packaging materials onto production lines.
• Monitor equipment for proper operation and report abnormalities to leadership.
• Assist with product changeovers, line clearances, startups, and shutdowns.
• Verify product codes, batch numbers, lots, labels, and packaging materials.
• Meet production output while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Stage raw materials and packaging supplies for production.
• Transfer ingredients, totes, containers, and finished goods safely and efficiently.
• Support tote transfers, ingredient additions, and line replenishment activities.

Skills

Reading SOPs

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Basic math

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

Inventory tracking

Job description

Elite Staffing, Inc. in Waukegan, IL is seeking a Production Worker / Production Operator to support liquids manufacturing and filling operations.

You will operate filling, capping, labeling, induction sealing, coding and packaging equipment. The role requires at least 1 year in a manufacturing or production environment, GMP compliance, ability to read work instructions, basic math, and a commitment to safety.