oin our dynamic manufacturing team as a Packaging Operator, working Monday through Thursday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. In this energetic role, you will be responsible for efficiently operating packaging machinery, ensuring products are prepared accurately and safely for shipment. Your focus will be on maintaining high-quality standards, adhering to safety protocols, and supporting continuous production flow. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop hands-on skills in industrial equipment operation within a fast-paced food production environment.
Responsibilities
Operate packaging machines and equipment with precision, ensuring smooth and efficient production cycles
Monitor machinery performance, perform routine adjustments, and troubleshoot mechanical issues promptly to minimize downtime
Use material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts to move raw materials and finished products safely within the warehouse
Conduct quality checks on packaged products to verify proper labeling, sealing, and overall presentation
Follow safety standards and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) to maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment
Assist in setup, changeovers, and cleaning of packaging machinery according to established procedures
Maintain accurate documentation of production activities, machine settings, and safety checks
Requirements
Prior experience operating packaging machines or in a manufacturing setting is preferred but not required; training will be provided
Ability to operate material handling equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks safely; certification is a plus
Mechanical aptitude with basic troubleshooting skills for industrial equipment
Strong understanding of safety standards in production environments and adherence to safety protocols at all times
Basic math skills for measuring and recording production data accurately
Knowledge of GMP guidelines relevant to food production or manufacturing environments
Comfortable using hand tools for minor adjustments or repairs on machinery
Warehouse experience or familiarity with material handling equipment operation is advantageous
Ability to stand, walk, lift heavy objects, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods during shifts
This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to develop their skills in industrial equipment operation while contributing to a high-quality production process. We value safety-minded team players who thrive in a collaborative environment dedicated to excellence.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Cascade Locks, OR
Skills
Documentationunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Fast Foodunmatched
Food Productionunmatched
Forkliftunmatched
GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)unmatched
Hand Toolsunmatched
Heavy Liftingunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Industrial Developmentunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Material Movingunmatched
Mathematicsunmatched
Pallet Jackunmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
Production Machiningunmatched
Production Supportunmatched
Production Systemsunmatched
Quality Managementunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Safety Standardsunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Warehousingunmatched
🎯
Be found by employers
5,500+ employers search our resume database daily. Add yours to get found by recruiters looking for candidates like you.
Level up your application
Professional resume templates
Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.