Packaging Machine Operator III (1st Shift)

INW Phoenix Formulations; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401K

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

and more!

Job summary

INW Phoenix Formulations is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator III for 1st shift in Tempe, AZ. The role involves setting up, operating, and troubleshooting packaging machinery for dietary supplement powders, ensuring weight accuracy and product quality.

Responsibilities include machine adjustments, logbook maintenance, material checks, batch tracking, and safe, compliant operation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 1st shift hours are 5:00am-3:30pm with possible overtime.

Qualifications

• Mathematical accuracy in arithmetic and subtraction.
• Ability to follow detailed written instructions.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to read and write basic English.

Responsibilities

• Set up the machine to run at maximum efficiency while meeting customer and quality specifications.
• Make adjustments to ensure jars, bottles, pouches, or stick packs are the correct weight.
• Troubleshoot the machine to eliminate in-process errors.
• Clean all areas and equipment to be used.
• Assemble/disassemble equipment according to procedures.
• Complete logbooks and documentation and clearance checks.
• Verify materials are correct, present, released, and within expiry.
• Weigh materials and record dispensing information.
• Record total units packaged and track batch losses.
• Coordinate with Lead and packers to accommodate staffing variations.
• Ensure products are stored properly and GMPs are followed.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

Language Skills

Teamwork

English Literacy

Job description

Packaging Machine Operator III (1st Shift)

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: PACKA002325

• Posted : October 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Tempe, AZ 85282, USA

Description

Summary: Assemble, disassemble, troubleshoot, and adjust machines that dispense and package dietary supplemental powders to meet product and industry specification in an efficient manner.

1st Shift - Hours: 5:00am-3:30pm days may vary, overtime based on business needs

On a typical day, you will: ensure the quality and safety of the product will include, but not be limited to:

• Set up the machine to run at maximum efficiency while meeting customer and quality specifications.
• Make adjustments to the machine to ensure that all jars, bottles, pouches or stick packs are the correct weight.
• Troubleshoot the machine to eliminate in-process errors.
• Clean all areas and equipment to be used.
• Assemble/disassemble equipment according to established procedures.
• Complete appropriate logbooks, pre-process and in-process documentation and clearance checks.
• Verify that all necessary materials are correct, present, released, and within the expiration period.
• Weigh materials and record all necessary dispensing information in master records.
• Record the total number of units packaged during the production process.
• Work with the Department Lead and the packers to adjust and accommodate variations in staffing.
• Assure that all scrap has been properly weighted and recorded on the batch loss tracking page.
• Turn in process documentation and samples to Department Head.
• Assure that products leaving the department are stored in the proper areas.
• Maintain a clear understanding of the company GMPs.
• Follow all safety policies and ensure work environment is free of safety hazards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Mathematical Skills – Accuracy with arithmetic and subtraction.
• Language Skills – Must be able to follow detailed written instructions.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to read and write basic English.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skilled in operation, control monitoring, and troubleshooting equipment, quality and processes.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, problem sensitivity and information ordering skills.
• Knowledge of food production processing.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must regularly lift 35 lbs., occasionally move up to 100 lbs. using pallet jacks.
• Must be able to stand for 10 hour shifts, regularly required to walk, and pull.
• Specific sensing abilities required by this job include near vision, hearing, and manual dexterity.

We Offer:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• 401K
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• and more!

Disclaimer: This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the job holder might differ from those outlined in this job description and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. Employments offers are contingent on successful completion of a drug screen and background check. We are an EEO employer.

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