Packaging Associate

Kelly Services; Hernando (MS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Opportunity for growth

Safe, supportive team

Job summary

Kelly Services in Hernando, MS is hiring a Packaging Associate to join a local distribution center. The role involves packing chemical products, inspecting for defects, labeling, and preparing shipments.

Typical shift is Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with a starting wage of $15 per hour. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing, warehouse, or production experience is preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Package chemical products into approved containers per work instructions.
• Inspect containers, labels, seals, and packages for accuracy and defects.
• Assemble cartons and apply shipping information correctly.
• Paletize, wrap, and prepare goods for storage or shipment.
• Perform visual quality checks and report discrepancies per SOPs, GMP, and EHS.
• Keep packaging and warehouse areas clean and organized.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability punctuality

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we're here for you! We're seeking a Packaging Associate to work at a leading local distribution center in Hernando, MS. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Salary: $15/hr

Shift: Monday - Friday 6:30AM - 3:00PM

Why you should apply to be a Packaging Associate :

• Competitive pay rate with weekly pay options.

• Opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a thriving manufacturing and distribution environment.

• Strong focus on safety and adherence to quality standards.

• Be part of a supportive team culture with opportunities for growth and advancement.

What's a typical day as a Packaging Associate? You'll be:

• Packaging chemical products into approved containers according to work instructions and packaging specifications under the direction of the Production Supervisor.

• Inspecting containers, labels, seals, and finished packages for accuracy, leaks, damage, or defects.

• Assembling cartons, boxes, and other packaging materials; applying product labels and shipping information accurately.

• Palletizing, wrapping, and preparing finished goods for warehouse storage or shipment.

• Conducting visual quality inspections, reporting discrepancies, and following all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies.

• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of packaging, warehouse, and production areas.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent (required).

• Bring previous manufacturing, warehouse, assembly, or production experience (preferred, but not required).

• Demonstrate the ability to follow written and verbal instructions with strong attention to detail.

• Are committed to reliable attendance and punctuality.

• Can stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks for extended periods (up to 10 hours per shift).

• Can safely lift, push, and pull materials up to 50 pounds regularly; heavier items may require team lift or mechanical assistance.

• Are comfortable working in an industrial environment with exposure to chemicals, moving machinery, and varying temperatures—while wearing required PPE such as gloves, chemical‑resistant footwear, goggles, and face shields.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI‑powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en).

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.