Filling Line Operator

COSCO INTERNATIONAL INC.

Job Description: Filling Line Operator
Location: Marietta, GA
Department: Production / Filling & Packaging
Reports To: Line Lead / Production Supervisor
Coordinates With: Engineering/Maintenance

Position Summary

The Filling Line Operator runs, cleans, changes over, and monitors filling/packaging equipment to meet daily production targets while following all safety, GMP/ISO 22716, and FDA 21 CFR 210/211 requirements. The role performs basic, machine-specific light maintenance and adjustments, recognizes issues early, and promptly escalates to Engineering/Maintenance.

Core Responsibilities

1) Safety, Compliance & Housekeeping

• Follow all safety protocols, PPE, lockout/tagout (as applicable), and machine guarding requirements.
• Adhere to GMP, ISO 22716, and FDA practices; keep work area clean, organized, and audit-ready (5S).
• Execute line clearance and proper product/component segregation.

2) Equipment Operation

• Start up, operate, and shut down fillers, cappers, labelers, conveyors, induction sealers, case packers, and printers per SOPs.
• Monitor line speed, torque, fill volume/weight, label placement, and seal integrity; make minor adjustments to maintain targets.
• Achieve or exceed daily output and efficiency goals.

3) Cleaning & Changeovers

• Disassemble and reassemble machines and tooling for cleaning, sanitizing, and format changeovers per SOPs.
• Complete and sign cleaning logs, line clearance, and changeover reports accurately and on time.
• Minimize downtime by preparing parts, components, and settings before changeover.

4) Light Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Perform machine-specific light maintenance (e.g., replace wear parts, tighten fittings, clear jams, simple sensor/guide adjustments) within training scope.
• Recognize abnormal conditions (noise, vibration, rejects, misapplied labels, fill drift) and immediately report to Line Lead and Engineering/Maintenance.
• Assist technicians during repairs and startups after intervention.

5) Quality & Documentation

• Perform in-process checks (weights/volumes, torque, code legibility, label accuracy, visual defects) at required intervals.
• Record results in batch records/IPC sheets; escalate out-of-spec results to QA/Line Lead.
• Handle components and product per BOM and batch instructions; protect lot traceability.

6) Materials & Coordination

• Verify components (bottles, caps, labels, cartons) and bulk availability before and during runs; notify Warehouse/Lead of shortages.
• Reconcile components and report scrap/rejects per procedure.

7) Teamwork & Communication

• Communicate status, issues, and hand-off notes at shift change.
• Support cross-training across stations (filler, capper, labeler, case pack, palletize) to maintain flow.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Safety Compliance & Incident Rate: 100% / 0 incidents Daily Output / Schedule Adherence:- 98% First-Pass Quality (RFT):- 99% Unplanned Downtime per Shift:- (target set by line)
• Documentation Accuracy & Timeliness: 100% Changeover Time vs. Standard:- target Escalation/Response Time to Issues:- 5 minutes

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical/vocational training preferred.
• 1–3 years operating filling/packaging equipment in cosmetic, OTC, food, or medical device manufacturing preferred.
• Working knowledge of GMP/ISO and basic mechanical aptitude (hand tools, fasteners, guides, sensors).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear communication, attention to detail, and strong teamwork.

Reporting & Coordination

• Reports To: Line Lead / Production Supervisor

Coordinates With: QA/QC, Engineering/Maintenance, Warehouse, and Planning