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Job Description Position Title:

Fill Line Operator Wage:

$19.75 per hour

Shift:

2nd

Hours:

4:00pm

• 2:30am (Monday
• Thursday, Possible Overtime on Friday) QPS Employment Group has a great Fill Line Operator position available at a company in Columbia, IL. This is a 2nd shift position with the opportunity for hire. Fill Line Operator Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Operate, monitor, and adjust fill line equipment to ensure accurate product volumes and consistent output
• Set up filling machinery for different product types, container sizes, and production runs
• Verify product specifications, batch numbers, and labeling requirements before and during production
• Perform routine quality checks, including fill weights, seal integrity, and labeling accuracy
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company safety standards when handling chemicals
• Safely handle, transfer, and package hazardous and non-hazardous liquid products
• Conduct basic troubleshooting and minor repairs on filling and packaging equipment
• Clean and sanitize tanks, lines, and work areas following proper procedures
• Document production data, inventory usage, and quality results accurately
• Work closely with warehouse, quality control, and maintenance teams to meet production goals

Fill Line Operator Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, or packaging operations preferred
• Ability to operate industrial machinery and understand production workflows
• Basic math skills for measuring and verifying product quantities
• Ability to read and interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and work instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to work in a warehouse or production environment with exposure to chemicals, noise, and varying temperatures

Preferred Qualifications:

• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
• Experience with automated filling systems or chemical blending processes
• Mechanical aptitude for equipment adjustments and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of hazardous material handling and labeling regulations IND124 About us: QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States.

We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately! Why Work with QPS?

• Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
• Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers and we will never ask you to pay a fee!

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