Packaging Machine Operator

Kelly Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Holiday pay

Transit benefit

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services in Marion, NC is hiring a Packaging Machine Operator to support the production line in a controlled environment. You will operate packaging machines, fill and seal bags, apply labels and ensure accurate documentation of processes.

The role requires attention to safety and quality, basic English skills, and the ability to perform routine checks, cleaning, and 6S housekeeping. Shift rotates evenings, with competitive pay of $19.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Basic English written and oral communication skills.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Ability to comprehend safety and quality instructions, work instructions.
• Ability to read and follow printed and drawn instructions.

Responsibilities

• Fill, assemble, and plug containers with solutions.
• Over-pouch and seal bags for production needs.
• Inspect bags and components to meet quality standards.
• Print labeling and barcodes; maintain printers.
• Perform scheduled cleaning and 6S housekeeping.
• Notify supervisor and take corrective action on issues.

Skills

Basic English

Basic mathematics

Safety instructions

Reading and following work orders

Age requirement 18+

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Packaging Machine Operator
Pay Rate: $19.00/hour
Shift: (6:30 pm – 6:30 am / 7:00 pm – 7:00 am, 2-week rotation pattern)
Location: Marion, NC

Essential Job Duties

Rotational Duties

• Fill, assemble, and plug flexible containers with solutions/premixed drugs to meet production needs


• Over-pouch and seal bags containing solutions/drugs according to production requirements


• Inspect over-pouches, printed bags, filled bags, and components to ensure quality standards


• Print labeling and barcodes on containers using computerized printers; maintain printers as needed


• Supply filling stations with printed bags and other supplies

Continual/Intermittent Duties

• Resolve over-pouch seal or packaging issues


• Perform scheduled quality checks using gauges and scales


• Complete and document scheduled cleaning activities


• Notify supervisor and take corrective action on safety, quality, mechanical, or discrepancy issues


• Apply rigorous quality standards, SOPs, and cGMP


• Maintain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles

Other Duties

• Additional quality assurance and packaging responsibilities as assigned

Work Environment

• Class III Controlled Environment: safety glasses, ear plugs, hairnet, beard cover; extra PPE required for cleaning/loading


• Class I Controlled Environment: safety glasses, ear plugs, jumpsuit, hood, hairnet, beard cover, gloves, mask, boots; extra PPE for cleaning


• Safety shoes required


• Constant/intermittent exposure to elevated noise levels


• Working around equipment, machinery, and belts


• Occasional work with chemical cleaners/disinfectants

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent


• Minimum age: 18 years


• Basic English written and oral communication skills


• Ability to comprehend safety and quality instructions, work instructions (including words and drawings)


• Basic mathematics skills

Preferred Experience

• One year of manufacturing experience


• CRC Career Readiness Certification (Silver level)

Physical Requirements

• Continuous grasping, pushing/pulling up to 40 lbs, reaching with hands/arms


• Lifting/carrying up to 16 lbs frequently


• Normal visual acuity, color distinction


• Ability to perform quick, precise, repetitive processes using both arms/hands


• Specialized physicals may be required when working with certain drug codes

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

• 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.

Put your skills to work.

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About Kelly

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