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.
Key Responsibilities
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.
Required Skills & Qualifications
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).
Preferred Qualifications
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.
Why Join Us?
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.
Work Environment
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.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newport News, VA.
Pay and Benefits
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 2026.
About Aerotek
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.
