1st Shift - Filler Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Shift Filler Operator Position Summary

The Shift Filler Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring automated filling and packaging equipment to ensure the safe and accurate filling of pasteurized milk and other dairy products. This role plays a key part in maintaining product quality, ensuring proper labeling and weights, and supporting a smooth and efficient production flow in a refrigerated food manufacturing environment.

• Operate and monitor filling and packaging machines that perform functions such as filling, sealing, marking, and labeling containers.
• Set up and start production equipment; oversee operation to identify irregularities or malfunctions.
• Stop equipment when issues occur and promptly report concerns to a supervisor or foreman.
• Adjust and operate a variety of filling machines, including:
  • 30 Valve filler
  • Quart filler
  • Nep filler
  • Bulk filler
  • 18 Valve plastic filler
  • ½ Gallon paper filler
• Ensure containers are properly placed, aligned, and positioned for accurate filling and sealing.
• Inspect containers across all production lines for:
  • Proper seals
  • Accurate labels and dates
  • Correct weights
  • Valve integrity
• Remove defective containers with leaks, stains, improper seals, or labeling issues from production.
• Monitor product flow to prevent spills, overfills, and underfills.
• Coordinate with the laboratory team to confirm approvals during product changeovers.
• Record production and quality data every 15 minutes, including weights, dates, and labels.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and quality procedures.
• Assist with batching, packaging, and inspection processes as needed to support production efficiency.

• Experience operating filling or packaging machines in manufacturing or food production.
• Ability to monitor multiple production lines simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail when inspecting seals, labels, valves, and product quality.
• Ability to identify and remove defective products from production.
• Basic math skills for verifying weights, counts, and production data.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and production tracking.
• Strong observation skills to quickly detect equipment issues.
• Effective communication skills for reporting problems to supervisors.
• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment and around food allergens (including dairy, eggs, and nuts).

• Prior experience in dairy processing or food manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with batching, packaging, and quality inspection processes.
• Experience working with multiple types of fillers (valve, plastic, and paper).
• Ability to adjust equipment for different product types and container sizes.
• Strong organization skills with the ability to maintain accurate records at frequent intervals.
• Experience collaborating with quality or laboratory teams.

We offer a stable work environment with clear opportunities for advancement. Employees transitioning to permanent roles are eligible for:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Career growth and development opportunities

Our team is committed to safety, quality, and employee development—providing a supportive environment where you can build a long-term career.

This role is based in a refrigerated food manufacturing facility. Employees will:

• Work around dairy products and common allergens (eggs, nuts, etc.)
• Operate near active production lines and moving machinery
• Stand for extended periods
• Handle containers and equipment in a cool-temperature setting

Strict adherence to safety, sanitation, and quality standards is required at all times.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newport News, VA.

The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.