Liquid Filling Line Operator

Liquid Filling Line Operator (Packaging) – 1st Shift | Mon–Fri | NO Mandatory OT

We are a family-owned manufacturing company seeking a dependable Liquid Filling Line Operator to join our bottling/packaging team.

This is a full-time, first-shift role on a semi-automatic conveyor filling line, working in teams of two with rotating responsibilities. Ideal for someone who values steady hours, job stability, a clean facility, and a strong safety-first culture.

Training is provided.

Why You’ll Like This Job

• Pay: $17.50–$18/hour
• First shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• No mandatory overtime
• Family-owned, stable, and growing company
• Supportive team environment with rotating line responsibilities
• Clean, organized work environment
• Strong benefits package after 90 days

Job Overview

As a Liquid Filling Line Operator, you’ll help run daily bottling and packaging operations on various semi-auto conveyor line. You’ll rotate through key stations (loading, capping, packaging, labeling, QC) while monitoring the line to keep production running smoothly, safely, and accurately.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor a semi-auto liquid filling conveyor line in a team of two (rotating duties)
• Cap bottles as they are filled and maintain smooth flow through the line
• Load empty bottles onto the line/turntable to support consistent throughput
• Remove filled bottles from the end turntable and package into cartons
• Apply carton labels and verify correct labeling/product identification
• Perform periodic quality checks, including weighing bottles for fill accuracy and making adjustments as needed
• Watch for issues (jams, misfeeds, label problems), stop the line when needed, and make safe corrections
• Support label changeovers, basic setup/changeover tasks, and end-of-run cleanup
• Use common packaging tools and equipment: pallet jack, tape gun, box cutters, stretch wrap
• Build and stretch-wrap pallets of finished product for staging/shipping
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all safety/PPE and quality procedures

What We’re Looking For

• Reliable attendance and transportation
• Comfortable working in a warehouse/manufacturing setting
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Attention to detail (labels, counts, weights, quality checks)
• Strong teamwork and communication (rotating stations and coordinating line flow)
• Basic troubleshooting mindset (identifying jams/issues and responding safely)

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)

• Warehouse or manufacturing experience (helpful, but we will train)
• Prior packaging line / bottling / production experience is a plus

Requirements

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required

Physical Requirements

• 100% standing during the shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (most cartons are 10–15 lbs)
• Repetitive motion and fast-paced line work

Schedule

• Monday – Friday
• 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• First shift
• No mandatory overtime

Benefits (After 90 Days)

• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation (80 hours; increases with tenure)
• Paid sick time (40 hours)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Simple IRA with 3% company match

Work Environment

This position is based in a clean warehouse/manufacturing setting with a strong safety-first culture. Appropriate work attire is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Briefly explain why you are interested in the position and what makes you a good fit.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Whitmore Lake, MI 48189 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $18