Filler machine operator job description
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Example filler machine operator requirements on a job description
Filler machine operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in filler machine operator job postings.
Sample filler machine operator requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 3 years of experience operating a filler machine.
- Knowledge of industrial safety regulations.
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents.
- Ability to lift 50lbs or more.
Sample required filler machine operator soft skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
Filler machine operator job description example 1
Dairy Farmers of America filler machine operator job description
**Position** : Machine Operator- Filler- 2nd Shift
**Location** : Frederick, Maryland
Prepares and maintains line equipment for running product that meets established production standards related to quality and productivity.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operator will follow GMP's at all times
- Start-up inspection a. Inspect interior of filler bowl before AM sanitation
- Using a sanitizing cloth, sanitize interior of cap hopper, cap chute and lid
- If less than 24 hours down, complete AM Sanitation with Per Ox sanitizer d. After 24 hours down, operator will complete a modified wash e. Operator will call lab technician for pre-op testing
- Cap hopper lid will remain closed when not in use
- Cap hopper will be emptied daily - Operator will bring each product change over to the lab for testing, at this time the filler will remain off until lab gives approval
- Operator will taste every product from their filler
- Operator will check weights and codes every 30 minutes
- Operator will accurately record all lot code information from caps
- Operator will not allow product to sit on conveyor longer than 10 minutes without emptying product frommthe conveyor, caser and stacker and placing in cooler
- Operator will keep cap bags twisted closed and box flaps down during production
- Operator will dump all un-capped product that goes under rinser
- No hand capping
- Operator will keep a clean and safe work area during their shift
-Operator will complete daily CIP Checklist after production is complete
- Operator will remove their trash and put in dumpster daily
- Operator will have 30 minutes for lunch and two 15 minute breaks
- Operator will let management know if maintenance is needed so a work order can be written
- Operator will help other operators for the remainder of their shift, after their filler responsibilities are complete
- Operator will participate in cross-training on other filler
Education and Experience
- HighSchool Diploma or GED
- Previous manufacturing experience
**Location** : Frederick, Maryland
Prepares and maintains line equipment for running product that meets established production standards related to quality and productivity.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operator will follow GMP's at all times
- Start-up inspection a. Inspect interior of filler bowl before AM sanitation
- Using a sanitizing cloth, sanitize interior of cap hopper, cap chute and lid
- If less than 24 hours down, complete AM Sanitation with Per Ox sanitizer d. After 24 hours down, operator will complete a modified wash e. Operator will call lab technician for pre-op testing
- Cap hopper lid will remain closed when not in use
- Cap hopper will be emptied daily - Operator will bring each product change over to the lab for testing, at this time the filler will remain off until lab gives approval
- Operator will taste every product from their filler
- Operator will check weights and codes every 30 minutes
- Operator will accurately record all lot code information from caps
- Operator will not allow product to sit on conveyor longer than 10 minutes without emptying product frommthe conveyor, caser and stacker and placing in cooler
- Operator will keep cap bags twisted closed and box flaps down during production
- Operator will dump all un-capped product that goes under rinser
- No hand capping
- Operator will keep a clean and safe work area during their shift
-Operator will complete daily CIP Checklist after production is complete
- Operator will remove their trash and put in dumpster daily
- Operator will have 30 minutes for lunch and two 15 minute breaks
- Operator will let management know if maintenance is needed so a work order can be written
- Operator will help other operators for the remainder of their shift, after their filler responsibilities are complete
- Operator will participate in cross-training on other filler
Education and Experience
- HighSchool Diploma or GED
- Previous manufacturing experience
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024