Packager - 2nd Shift

Valley Craft Industries Inc; Lake City (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

9 paid holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) plan

Referral program

Friendly, collaborative team

Job summary

Valley Craft Industries is seeking an Entry-Level Packager for the 2nd Shift in Lake City, MN. Start with on-the-job training and a $1,000 sign-on bonus; no experience is required. This is a stable manufacturing role with growth potential.

Join a team that offers a 4-day work week (Fridays as needed), competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and strong benefits including PTO and health coverage. Learn packaging and basic metalworking while preparing products for shipment.

Qualifications

• Read specifications and work instructions.
• Basic mechanical aptitude is a plus.
• Willingness to learn packaging and metalworking processes.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Select and wrap products in protective materials.
• Box, crate, palletize, and stretch-wrap products for shipment.
• Operate basic power tools and hand tools.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets specifications.
• Monitor and maintain product quality.
• Read production paperwork and diagrams.
• Perform testing of parts and mechanisms as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read specs

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Reliable attendance

Drug screening

Job description

Description

Entry-Level Packager | 2nd Shift | Lake City, MN

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus – No Experience Needed | On-the-Job Training Provided

Start your career with a stable manufacturing company where you can learn valuable skills, work with a supportive team, and grow long-term. Valley Craft is part of the Ballymore Safety Products family, serving as their Midwest headquarters — combining the resources of a national organization with the culture of a company that's been building its reputation in Lake City since 1953.

We're looking for dependable individuals to join our packaging team and help prepare high-quality products for shipment. If you're reliable, detail-oriented, and ready to learn — we want to hear from you!

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• No experience required — training provided
• 4-day work week (Fridays as needed)
• Competitive pay + overtime opportunities
• $1,000 sign-on bonus
• Strong benefits & paid time off
• Friendly, team-oriented environment
• Opportunity to learn manufacturing and packaging skills

Schedule

2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday | 3:30 PM - 2 AM
Fridays as needed

What You'll Learn & Do

• Select and wrap products in protective materials
• Box, crate, palletize, and stretch-wrap products for shipment
• Operate basic power tools and hand tools
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets specifications
• Monitor and maintain product quality
• Read production paperwork and diagrams
• Perform testing of parts and mechanisms as required
• Other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Ability to read and follow specifications and work instructions
• Basic mechanical aptitude is a plus
• Willingness to learn packaging and metalworking processes
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, stoop, and sit for extended periods
• Comfortable working in hot and cold manufacturing environments
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Benefits

• Generous PTO
• Nine (9) paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) plan
• Referral program
• Friendly, collaborative team environment
• Personal and professional growth potential
• Great work-life balance — no weekends

Valley Craft Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley Craft Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, or veteran status.