{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"de538f5beafe4cfee25419eb","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/de538f5beafe4cfee25419eb","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/de538f5beafe4cfee25419eb","title":"Packaging Machine Operator I","description":"Summary of Job Duties:\nAs Machine Operator I, employee will perform routine tasks in support of the packaging of dietary supplements. Performs tasks and operates packaging equipment in a regulated environment including bottle filling, cotton and desiccant equipment, and capping and labeling equipment. Also expected to assist Machine Operator II in tablet & capsule filling and processing. Adheres to all food safety and food quality guidelines, and cGMP requirements per NSF and FDA. Completes all documentation required for batch processing according to good documentation practices. Prepares disinfectants and performs sanitation/cleaning activities per procedures, and follows appropriate gowning, cGMP, and safety guidelines.\nSpecific Job Duties:\nOperate and troubleshoot packaging equipment (e.g.: TC3 and Fairchild tablet counter/fillers, cotton and desiccant insertion equipment, bottle cappers and CVC labelers) used in the packaging of dietary supplements.\nComplete all documentation required for packaging in a cGMP compliant manner, including Packaging batch records (Travelers), box labels, room and equipment logbooks, and in-process documentation.\nMonitor product and packaging parameters throughout the process and perform in-process sampling and/or testing as required.\nCommunicate packaging equipment and facilities problems, and any possible mis-counted or mis-labeled product to Packaging Leadership.\nAssist with plant sanitation as required, including sweeping, mopping, wiping walls and surfaces, and washing, emptying containers.\nMaintain good housekeeping with sanitation.\nMeet all safety expectations, including wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety practices and guidelines.\nAble to work outside normal scheduled hours and overtime, as required.\nWork in a dynamic team environment.\nEnsure full compliance with Companies Policies, Procedures, GMP’s, Code of Safe Practices and SOP’s at all times.\nMaximize Packaging equipment uptime, while ensuring consistent plant operation performance to quality, productivity, cost and safety requirements.\nTake direction from the Machine Operator II and Team Lead/Tech, as required.\nSupports Machine Operator II with responsibility for set up and changeovers.\nPerforms all other duties as assigned by Threshold management.\nMinimum Qualifications Required:\nHigh school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent, preferred.\n1-3 years of experience working with equipment or in a packaging environment, or equivalent.\nSelf-motivated and ability to take initiative and use sound judgment in day-to-day decision making.\nPunctual and reliable attendance.\nAbility to lift up to 50 lbs.\nWorking conditions: Loud environment with exposure to powder and heavy equipment in a packaging atmosphere.\nAbility to read and write legibly in English.\nAbility to work multiple shifts and/or schedules.\nSkills and/or Training Desired:\nKnowledge in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).\nSome mechanical aptitude.\nBasic understanding of Food Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).\nCapable of working with minimal supervision.\nBasic math skills.\nGood decision making.\nGood time management and organization.\nEnsure collaborative relationships inside and outside the department.\nCommunicate effectively verbally and in written documents.","company":"Thresholdenterprise","rawCompany":"thresholdenterprise","city":"Scotts Valley","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-09T14:02:10.774Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9111.00","title":"Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders","slug":"packaging-and-filling-machine-operators-and-tenders"},{"code":"51-3092.00","title":"Food Batchmakers","slug":"food-batchmakers"},{"code":"53-7064.00","title":"Packers and Packagers, Hand","slug":"packers-and-packagers-hand"}],"industries":[{"code":"333993","title":"Packaging Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"packaging-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"325412","title":"Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing","slug":"pharmaceutical-preparation-manufacturing"},{"code":"561910","title":"Packaging and Labeling Services","slug":"packaging-and-labeling-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Packaging Machine Operator I","description":"Summary of Job Duties:\nAs Machine Operator I, employee will perform routine tasks in support of the packaging of dietary supplements. 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