Packaging Machine Operator - 1st Shift, Detail-Driven

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a detail-oriented Packaging Machine Operator in Camarillo, CA. You will set up, operate, monitor, and clean packaging equipment, ensuring products meet quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined, able to follow SOPs, and comfortable in a fast-paced production environment. The role offers 1st shift hours and is full-time.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operation, packaging, manufacturing, or production experience preferred.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to learn equipment setup and adjustments.
• Basic computer skills and ability to enter production information accurately.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions, procedures, and SOPs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Dependable with a strong attendance record.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor packaging machinery throughout production runs.
• Operate equipment such as pill counters, bottle cappers, labelers, sealers, conveyors, and turntables.
• Adjust machines for different bottle sizes, labels, caps, and product specifications.
• Monitor equipment during production and make appropriate adjustments to maintain proper operation.
• Load and feed bottles and packaging components into production equipment.
• Fill, secure, label, and package containers according to established specifications.
• Inspect labels, seals, caps, and finished products for accuracy and quality.
• Set aside defective labels, seals, or products for rework.
• Package finished bottles into designated boxes and load boxes onto pallets.
• Prepare equipment and packaging components for upcoming production runs.
• Complete accurate and timely production documentation.
• Enter batch information and other production data into computer systems.
• Read and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and written work instructions.
• Follow cGMP, safety, quality, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Perform product and packaging measurements to ensure proper machine setup.
• Disassemble, clean, sanitize, and reassemble packaging equipment between production runs.
• Maintain clean and organized production, packaging, warehouse, and gowning areas.
• Assist Quality Control and other production team members as needed.
• Use pallet jacks, carts, dollies, and other material-handling equipment.
• Perform additional packaging and production-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Machine operation

Packaging

Manufacturing

Mechanically inclined

Basic computer skills

SOP literacy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Pill counters

Labelers

Conveyors

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a detail-oriented Packaging Machine Operator in Camarillo, CA. You will set up, operate, monitor, and clean packaging equipment, ensuring products meet quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined, able to follow SOPs, and comfortable in a fast-paced production environment. The role offers 1st shift hours and is full-time.