Optical Sorter

Automation Personnel Services, Inc.; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, dental, vision, short-termdis

life insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

6 paid Holidays

Service Bonus

Referral bonus

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services, Inc. in La Porte, TX is seeking an Optical Sorter Operator to operate automated sorting equipment that uses cameras, lasers, and sensors to identify, inspect, and separate products by color, size, shape, material type, and quality.

The role is full-time with rotating shifts and pays $17.00 per hour. The position requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to stand for extended periods with lifting up to 55 lbs.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, production, machine operator, or packaging experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 55lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor optical sorting equipment to ensure efficient production.
• Inspect products and materials for quality and accuracy.
• Adjust machine settings to maintain production standards.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and report mechanical concerns.
• Clear jams and perform routine cleaning of equipment.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Production experience

Machine operator

Packaging experience

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Standing for long hours

Lifting up to 55lbs

Job description

Optical Sorter Operator

Automation Personnel Services is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Optical Sorter Operator to join a growing team in La Porte, TX. This position is responsible for operating automated sorting equipment that uses cameras, lasers, and sensors to identify, inspect, and separate products based on characteristics such as color, size, shape, material type, and quality.

Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour

Schedule and Hours: Rotational shift: 6:00 am-2:30 pm, 2:00 pm-10:30 pm, 10:00 pm-6:30 am

Optical Sorter Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor optical sorting equipment to ensure efficient production.
• Inspect products and materials for quality and accuracy.
• Adjust machine settings to maintain production standards.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and report mechanical concerns.
• Clear jams and perform routine cleaning of equipment.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.

Optical Sorter Requirements and Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, production, machine operator, or packaging experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 55lbs. (assessment administered in office)
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work a rotating schedule in a fast-paced environment, which may include holidays and or weekends.

Job Type: Full-time, temporary

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan

Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Bonus Opportunity

We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

Automation Personnel Services Baytown Branch

4748 East Freeway
Baytown, TX 77521

About Automation Personnel Services

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Named one of America's Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

Equal Opportunity Employer