Filler II / Chemical Operator II

Now Hiring: Filler II / Chemical Operator II
? Location: West Caldwell
? Pay Rate: $24.00 per hour

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and safety-focused Filler II / Chemical Operator II to join our production team in West Caldwell, NJ. In this role, you will be responsible for safely performing filling, repacking, packaging, specialty chemical handling, and mixture-related activities while ensuring compliance with quality standards, production schedules, and safety procedures. This position requires the ability to handle a broader range of chemical products, including odor-sensitive and strong-odor materials, while maintaining accuracy, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate filling, packaging, and repacking equipment according to production schedules.
• Perform chemical filling, specialty repacking, and mixture-related assignments.
• Handle odor-sensitive and strong-odor products using proper PPE, ventilation, containment, and odor-control procedures.
• Verify product identity, lot numbers, labels, weights, fill levels, and packaging integrity.
• Inspect containers, labels, closures, and packaging materials for defects.
• Follow procedures to prevent contamination, spills, mislabeling, odor transfer, and packaging errors.
• Perform cleaning, changeovers, housekeeping, and minor equipment maintenance.
• Adhere to GMP, quality, safety, hazmat, and chemical-handling procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation and production records.
• Communicate and collaborate with warehouse, quality, production, and technical teams.
• Report safety concerns, equipment issues, leaks, spills, damaged containers, or product discrepancies immediately.

Additional Filler II Expectations

• Complete more complex filling and repacking assignments with limited supervision.
• Assist in training and supporting less experienced team members when assigned.
• Identify situations requiring additional PPE, cleaning, containment, or escalation.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in warehouse, manufacturing, chemical handling, filling, repacking, or production environments preferred.
• Experience with odor-sensitive, specialty, or strong-odor chemical products is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of pumps, scales, filling equipment, containers, closures, and hand tools.
• Ability to follow written procedures, work instructions, labels, and batch documentation accurately.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• English proficiency required; Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to documentation accuracy.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical activities including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and climbing ladders.

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Zing Recruiting, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of ‘linking’ communities through employment. Zing Recruiting’s dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains our #1 priority. Zing Recruiting is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity both in practice and spirit at all levels of the organization and encourage individuals with disabilities to apply. We are dedicated to providing accommodations for those in need.

Zing Recruiting is dedicated to delivering candidates and client’s alike a great experience for each unique position. We specialize in finding dedicated professionals with the education, talent, and fresh perspectives – professionals at the top of their game. Professionals who have what it takes to be competitive and innovative in today’s market. We work to match candidates needs and requirements to our clients’ requirements and expectations. We work to find the right “fit” for both candidate and client.