Packaging Machine Operator

Openwork; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligibility

Temp-to-hire opportunities

Safety training

Stable work environment

Job summary

gobravvo in Baytown, TX is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator to support our plastics production facility. You will operate and monitor packaging machinery, fill and seal bags, inspect products, and maintain accurate production records in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have manufacturing experience, can lift up to 55 pounds, and are comfortable with rotating 12-hour shifts including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, or operating industrial machinery.
• Able to lift up to 55 pounds repeatedly and perform physically demanding tasks on a 12-hour shift.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, non-climate-controlled environment, indoors and outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor packaging equipment for industrial plastic products.
• Fill large bags with plastic pellets and inspect packaging for weight and quality.
• Weigh, seal, label, and palletize finished products for shipment.
• Maintain accurate production records and keep the work area clean and hazard-free.
• Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures.
• Assist with general labor and other tasks as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety minded

Teamwork

Job description

Are you looking to take the next step in your manufacturing career? Join a dynamic team as a Packaging Machine Operator, where you will play a key role in ensuring efficient industrial packaging processes in a leading plastics production facility. This full-time position offers a rewarding opportunity to operate advanced machinery, contribute to high-quality output, and be part of a company that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. The facility is located in Baytown, TX, providing a stable work environment within an established industrial region. If you have prior experience in manufacturing, production, or operating industrial machinery and are motivated to excel in a fast-paced setting, this role could be the perfect match for your skills and career goals.

As a Packaging Machine Operator, you will work alongside skilled professionals and utilize your mechanical aptitude to operate, monitor, and maintain specialized equipment that fills large bags with plastic pellets. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will help ensure that all products meet strict safety and production standards. This role is designed for individuals who are comfortable working rotating 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, and who thrive in environments where physical stamina and teamwork are essential to success.

The facility’s industrial setting provides a unique opportunity for Packaging Machine Operators to expand their technical skills while ensuring that production targets are consistently met. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, from setting up equipment and preparing packaging materials to inspecting finished products and maintaining accurate production records. The company strongly emphasizes workplace safety and quality control, making this a great opportunity for candidates who are diligent, safety-oriented, and committed to producing top-quality industrial products.

Packaging Machine Operator - Summary

• Operate and oversee industrial packaging machinery in a plastics manufacturing facility.
• Fill, seal, label, and inspect large bags of plastic pellets, ensuring accuracy and compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in the work area at all times.
• Work full-time in rotating 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays, to support continuous production.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor packaging equipment for industrial plastic products.
• Fill large containers with plastic pellets transferred from silos and production lines.
• Prepare packaging materials and perform equipment changeovers as needed.
• Monitor product flow, adjust equipment, and troubleshoot basic issues.
• Weigh, seal, and label completed bags for shipment.
• Inspect bags for proper weight, quality, and packaging integrity.
• Stack and palletize finished products for distribution.
• Repackage materials as necessary to meet quality or customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of production and packaging activities.
• Keep the work area organized, clean, and hazard-free.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and production procedures.
• Assist with general labor and other tasks as assigned by supervisors.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay structure.
• Eligibility for overtime compensation for hours worked beyond the standard schedule.
• Potential for temp-to-hire placement, providing long-term employment opportunities.
• Comprehensive safety training and consistent support from management.
• Stable work environment within a reputable industrial company.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, machine operation, or a similar industrial setting preferred.
• Comfortable working with and around industrial machinery and equipment.
• Able to lift up to 55 pounds repeatedly and perform physically demanding tasks throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for extended periods.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced, non-climate-controlled environment, both indoors and outdoors.
• Basic math, reading, and recordkeeping skills required.
• Demonstrated attention to safety, quality, and detail.
• Reliable attendance and consistent transportation to and from the worksite.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary.

Ideal Candidate Snapshot

• Safety-conscious and committed to maintaining a hazard-free work environment.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Mechanically inclined with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable in an industrial production setting and able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Demonstrates a proactive attitude and a willingness to contribute to team success.
• Maintains high standards for quality and accuracy in all work performed.

Other Relevant Information

• Full-time position with rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Located in Baytown, TX, a region known for its robust industrial sector and employment growth.
• Opportunities for advancement available based on performance and reliability.