How to hire a fill plant operator

How to hire a fill plant operator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step fill plant operator hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a fill plant operator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new fill plant operator
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your fill plant operator job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a fill plant operator for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a fill plant operator to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a fill plant operator that fits the bill.

   This list presents fill plant operator salaries for various positions.

   Type of Fill Plant Operator	Description	Hourly rate
   Fill Plant Operator		$14-25
   Washer Operator	A washer operator is tasked with operating laundry machines. They operate and tend to washing machines, dry-cleaning machines, and dryers that, in turn, take care of household or industrial articles... Show more	$12-19
   Operator	Operators are skilled workers who are in charge of working on an industrial machine or a specific aspect of the manufacturing business. They are trained to operate machines, learning how to use them... Show more	$12-25

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • OSHA
   • FDA
   • Safety Standards
   • DOT
   • Medical Oxygen
   • Argon
   • Medical Gases

   Responsibilities:

   • Maintain buildings HVAC / lighting automation systems and make adjustments as needed for tenant's comfort and to manage energy consumption.
   • Train and complete FDA paper work.
   • Fill oxygen bottles and argon bottles.
   • Fill out daily package control records, as well as all FDA require paperwork.
   • Inspect and fill all high pressure and cryogenic cylinders including oxygen, nitrogen, argon, helium and carbon dioxide.
   • Prepare asphalt mixtures per customer requirements, load and unload tankers and monitor tanks and assist with paperwork

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your fill plant operator job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A fill plant operator can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, fill plant operators' average salary in florida is 29% less than in illinois.
   • Seniority. Entry-level fill plant operators 43% less than senior-level fill plant operators.
   • Certifications. A fill plant operator with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a fill plant operator's salary.

   Average fill plant operator salary

   $40,027yearly

   $19.24 hourly rate

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   Entry-level fill plant operator salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

4. Writing a fill plant operator job description

   A job description for a fill plant operator role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a fill plant operator job description:

   Fill plant operator job description example

   WELCOME TO SHERWIN-WILLIAMS
   
   Here, we believe there's not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there's a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. We'll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show!
   
   Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans.
   
   Pay Rate: $17.73 Per Hour
   
   The role of the Filling Technician is to fill the approved customer product into containers for package and shipment. This also includes the set-up, operation, and clean-up of filling machines and packaging related equipment. Filling technicians must consistently achieve production requirements, as well as ensure that quality and safety related standards are maintained.
   
   Basic Qualifications:
   
   * Must be able to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English
   * Must have the legal right to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship now or in the future for employment work visa status
   * Must be at least 18 years of age
   * Must be able to work overtime with or without reasonable accommodation
   
   Preferred Qualifications:
   
   * One year of experience working with machinery in a manufacturing environment is preferred
   * Experience operating packaging equipment such as robotics, filling machines, case packers, labelers, etc.
   * Experience monitoring the quality of raw materials or finished goods is preferred
   * Experience with material-handling equipment is preferred
   
   Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.
   
   As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.
   
   3rd shift schedule is Sunday - Thursday 10:30PM - 7:00AM. Candidate must be able to train on 1st shift for 10 days prior to transitioning to 3rd shift.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right fill plant operator for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with fill plant operators they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit fill plant operators who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your fill plant operator job on Zippia to find and recruit fill plant operator candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit fill plant operators, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new fill plant operator

   Once you've selected the best fill plant operator candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new fill plant operator. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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