Packaging Associate

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay

1st shift

Weekly pay

Benefits package

Career growth

No fees

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in St. Peters, MO is hiring a Packaging Associate for a full-time, day-shift position. No prior experience needed—the training starts on day one and you will work on a production line packaging frozen pork chops per order.

Expect a steady 1st shift schedule, weekly pay, and a full benefits package. You’ll read order tickets, stack products, and ensure quality and sanitation in a cool storage environment.

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed; fully paid training starts day one.
• Comfort working in a cooler/cold-storage facility.
• Able to stand 80-90% of shift.
• Reliable transportation to St Peters, MO 63376.

Responsibilities

• Package on production line for frozen products.
• Layer and stack items accurately (8 chops per layer example).
• Read and follow basic order tickets to match counts and packaging.
• Maintain quality and sanitation at a clean, safe workstation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Stamina

Job description

Packaging Associate (1st Shift) | Up to $18.50/hr

Location: St. Peters, MO 63376 (St. Charles County)

Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire | Immediate Start

Shift: 1st Shift | Daytime Hours (Monday - Friday)

Pay Rate: Up to $18.50 / Hour

Industry: Production Line, Packaging Operations, Cold Storage, Light Industrial

About the Role

Looking for a steady 1st shift production job in St. Charles County? Express Employment Professionals is hiring a full-time Packaging Associate for a premier production facility in St. Peters, MO (63376).

If you are looking for reliable daytime hours, competitive weekly pay, and a clean, structured environment, this is a top-tier opportunity to secure long-term employment. No prior experience needed - fully paid training is provided on day one!

What You Get

• High Hourly Pay: Earn up to $18.50 / hour depending on experience.

• Consistent 1st Shift Schedule: Steady daytime hours so you can keep your evenings free.

• Weekly Pay: Direct deposit or pay card options every Friday.

• Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) options available.

• Career Advancement: Clear path to direct hire with a stable local employer.

• Zero Candidate Fees: Express never charges job seekers a fee to find a job.

What You Will Do

• Line Packaging: Work along the production line wrapping frozen product lines (pork chops) and packing them into boxes per order specifications.

• Layering & Stacking: Accurately stack product layers (e.g., placing 8 chops per layer separated by protective plastic sheets) to ensure order accuracy.

• Order Ticket Reading: Read and follow basic order sheets to match chop counts, boxing styles, and client packaging requirements.

• Quality & Sanitation: Inspect frozen products for quality and maintain clean, safe, and sanitary workstation practices.

What You Need

• Environment & Stamina: Comfort working in a cooler/cold-storage facility and standing for 80-90% of your shift.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to accurately count items, read order tickets, and follow precise packaging steps.

• Reliability: Solid attendance record, daily punctuality, and dependable transportation to St. Peters, MO 63376.

• Screening: Willingness to complete standard pre-employment background checks and screenings.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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