Food Packaging Operator - 3rd Shift, Weekly Pay

Doherty; Little Falls (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health coverage options

Temp-to-hire opportunities

Job summary

Doherty Staffing Solutions is seeking a Production Worker for a food production facility in Little Falls, MN. You will support packaging operations and help ensure product quality and food safety, with reliable weekly pay in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities include operating packaging lines, conveying, scales, palletizing, labeling, and required sanitation tasks. Forklift use and ERP tracking are part of daily duties; previous production experience is helpful.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to follow food safety, quality, and workplace safety procedures.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred (6+ months).
• Forklift certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Support Packaging Operators and learn all packaging line functions.
• Operate packaging equipment, conveyors, scales, palletizing, and case‑filling systems.
• Perform bagging, labeling, lot coding, check weighing, and manual palletizing tasks.
• Complete sanitation, housekeeping, and equipment cleaning duties throughout the shift.
• Use the ERP system to track inventory, lot traceability, and material movements.
• Inspect materials and products to ensure quality and food safety standards are met.
• Operate a forklift as needed and assist other production areas to maximize plant efficiency.

Skills

lift up to 50 pounds

read instructions

teamwork

stand for extended periods

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP system

forklift

Job description

Doherty Staffing Solutions is seeking a Production Worker for a food production facility in Little Falls, MN. You will support packaging operations and help ensure product quality and food safety, with reliable weekly pay in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities include operating packaging lines, conveying, scales, palletizing, labeling, and required sanitation tasks. Forklift use and ERP tracking are part of daily duties; previous production experience is helpful.