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–$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 a 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: $17.00 - $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:
Ability to Commute:
- Whitmore Lake, MI 48189 (Required)
Work Location: In person
