Packaging Technician – 1st Shift | Gainesville, GA | 5+ Month Contract

Sigma Systems is hiring a 1st Shift Packaging Technician in Gainesville, GA!

Are you experienced in manufacturing, packaging operations, or production equipment? Sigma Systems is seeking a detail-oriented Packaging Technician to support packaging operations, equipment setup, production documentation, quality standards, and workplace safety at an on-site facility in Gainesville, Georgia.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with manufacturing or packaging experience who can follow standard operating procedures, troubleshoot equipment, maintain accurate production records, and contribute to a safe, efficient production environment.

Job Details

• Job ID: 37762331

• Job Title: 1st Shift Packaging Technician

• Location: Gainesville, GA

• Job Type: Contract

• Duration: 5+ Months

• Work Arrangement: On-site

• Shift: Monday–Wednesday, 5:45 AM–4:30 PM; Thursday, 5:45 AM–3:30 PM

• Schedule: Four-day workweek

Key Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment, including printers, coders, labelers, vision systems, tray assemblers, heat tunnels, and dryers, in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Assist with packaging equipment setup, adjustments, and routine troubleshooting.

• Maintain accurate batch records and reconcile packaging materials, components, and finished product usage.

• Record production data, packaging information, equipment downtime, and standard production yields.

• Assist with documentation and requests for packaging materials, components, and general supplies.

• Identify, document, and report process deviations and equipment issues.

• Handle and dispose of waste materials in designated storage areas according to applicable procedures.

• Communicate production needs, equipment issues, and process concerns to team members and supervisors.

• Support training activities and encourage teammates to follow established policies and procedures.

• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and equipment.

• Follow all environmental, health, and safety (HSE) policies and applicable hazardous waste management requirements.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• At least 2 years of relevant experience; 3 years preferred.

• Ability to follow detailed work instructions, SOPs, and safety procedures.

• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing or production environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 12 months of manufacturing experience.

• Packaging equipment operation, setup, or troubleshooting experience.

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

• Experience operating a reach truck forklift.

• Basic math, computer, and data entry skills.

• Familiarity with production records, material reconciliation, and quality procedures.