General Labor

LSI Staffing; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

LSI Staffing in Garland, TX is seeking a Packaging Operator to package and label finished products per customer specs while ensuring quality, safety, and production efficiency. This role supports daily shipping schedules and maintains a clean, organized work area in a GMP-compliant facility.

The position requires standing for extended periods, lifting up to 60 pounds, and strict adherence to PPE and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of packaging processes and quality standards.
• Understanding of sanitation procedures and housekeeping practices.
• Ability to maintain an organized packaging supply inventory.
• Knowledge of GMPs and workplace safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing production needs and work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Package and label finished products in accordance with customer requirements and company specifications.
• Maintain production output to support and meet daily shipping schedules.
• Inspect packaged products to ensure they are free from damage, contamination, and defects.
• Operate and monitor packaging equipment safely and efficiently.
• Keep packaging and supply storage areas clean, organized, and compliant with housekeeping standards.
• Maintain accurate inventory of packaging materials and notify supervisors when supplies require replenishment.
• Report equipment malfunctions or maintenance concerns to the Team Leader or Supervisor promptly.
• Follow all GMPs, sanitation procedures, and food safety requirements.
• Adhere to metal detector policies and proper product-handling procedures.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following company safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Assist with cleaning and sanitation of equipment and work areas as required.
• Rotate between workstations and job functions as needed to support operational requirements.
• Work cooperatively with team members to achieve production, quality, and safety goals.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Packaging knowledge

Sanitation procedures

GMPs

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Packaging Operator is responsible for packaging and labeling finished products according to customer specifications while ensuring product quality, safety, and production efficiency. This position supports daily shipping schedules, maintains a clean and organized work area, and follows all company food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Package and label finished products in accordance with customer requirements and company specifications.
• Maintain production output to support and meet daily shipping schedules.
• Inspect packaged products to ensure they are free from damage, contamination, and defects.
• Operate and monitor packaging equipment safely and efficiently.
• Keep packaging and supply storage areas clean, organized, and compliant with housekeeping standards.
• Maintain accurate inventory of packaging materials and notify supervisors when supplies require replenishment.
• Report equipment malfunctions or maintenance concerns to the Team Leader or Supervisor promptly.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation procedures, and food safety requirements.
• Adhere to metal detector policies and proper product-handling procedures.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following company safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Assist with cleaning and sanitation of equipment and work areas as required.
• Rotate between workstations and job functions as needed to support operational requirements.
• Work cooperatively with team members to achieve production, quality, and safety goals.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of packaging processes and quality standards.
• Understanding of sanitation procedures and housekeeping practices.
• Ability to maintain an organized packaging supply inventory.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and workplace safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing production needs and work assignments.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, packaging, warehouse operations, or food processing preferred but not required.
• Training in GMPs, food safety, sanitation, or manufacturing operations is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequently required to lift, carry, push, pull, and move materials weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to hear, see, speak, and smell as necessary to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Working Conditions

• Work schedules and end-of-shift times may vary based on production and shipping requirements; flexibility is essential.
• Exposure to temperatures ranging from approximately 30°F to 110°F depending on department and season.
• Frequent exposure to manufacturing and packaging equipment, moving machinery, and production processes.
• Potential exposure to electrical, mechanical, and chemical hazards.
• High and continuous noise levels are present throughout the facility.
• Floors may be damp, wet, or slippery in certain work areas.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to all safety protocols.

Reports To

Production Supervisor / Packaging Supervisor

Employment Type

Full-Time

Location/Region: Garland, TX (75043)

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply.