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
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Follow all safety protocols, PPE, lockout/tagout (as applicable), and machine guarding requirements.
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Adhere to GMP, ISO 22716, and FDA practices; keep work area clean, organized, and audit-ready (5S).
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Execute line clearance and proper product/component segregation.
2) Equipment Operation
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Start up, operate, and shut down fillers, cappers, labelers, conveyors, induction sealers, case packers, and printers per SOPs.
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Monitor line speed, torque, fill volume/weight, label placement, and seal integrity; make minor adjustments to maintain targets.
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Achieve or exceed daily output and efficiency goals.
3) Cleaning & Changeovers
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Disassemble and reassemble machines and tooling for cleaning, sanitizing, and format changeovers per SOPs.
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Complete and sign cleaning logs, line clearance, and changeover reports accurately and on time.
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Minimize downtime by preparing parts, components, and settings before changeover.
4) Light Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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Perform machine-specific light maintenance (e.g., replace wear parts, tighten fittings, clear jams, simple sensor/guide adjustments) within training scope.
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Recognize abnormal conditions (noise, vibration, rejects, misapplied labels, fill drift) and immediately report to Line Lead and Engineering/Maintenance.
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Assist technicians during repairs and startups after intervention.
5) Quality & Documentation
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Perform in-process checks (weights/volumes, torque, code legibility, label accuracy, visual defects) at required intervals.
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Record results in batch records/IPC sheets; escalate out-of-spec results to QA/Line Lead.
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Handle components and product per BOM and batch instructions; protect lot traceability.
6) Materials & Coordination
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Verify components (bottles, caps, labels, cartons) and bulk availability before and during runs; notify Warehouse/Lead of shortages.
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Reconcile components and report scrap/rejects per procedure.
7) Teamwork & Communication
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Communicate status, issues, and hand-off notes at shift change.
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Support cross-training across stations (filler, capper, labeler, case pack, palletize) to maintain flow.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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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)
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Documentation Accuracy & Timeliness: 100%
Changeover Time vs. Standard:- target
Escalation/Response Time to Issues:- 5 minutes
Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent; technical/vocational training preferred.
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1–3 years operating filling/packaging equipment in cosmetic, OTC, food, or medical device manufacturing preferred.
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Working knowledge of GMP/ISO and basic mechanical aptitude (hand tools, fasteners, guides, sensors).
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in a fast-paced environment.
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Clear communication, attention to detail, and strong teamwork.
Reporting & Coordination
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Reports To: Line Lead / Production Supervisor
Coordinates With: QA/QC, Engineering/Maintenance, Warehouse, and Planning
