Packaging Operator

AppleOne Employment Services; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Sick pay

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Hazleton, PA is seeking a dependable Packaging Operator for a contract/temp-to-hire opportunity. The role suits those with production, packaging, or manufacturing experience who value quality, safe operations, and team reliability.

You will operate packaging equipment, inspect finished products, and ensure GMP and food safety guidelines are followed, contributing to daily production goals in a structured environment with supportive leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience in production, packaging, or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with GMP and food safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment safely and efficiently according to SOPs and standards.
• Package finished products according to specifications and quality requirements.
• Inspect products and packaging for accuracy and integrity.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area with good housekeeping and safety procedures.
• Communicate equipment issues or quality concerns to supervision.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Packaging

GMP compliance

Food safety

Teamwork

Manufacturing

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dependable Packaging Operator for a contract, temp-to-hire opportunity in Hazleton, PA. This role is a strong fit for someone with production, packaging, or manufacturing experience who takes pride in quality work, safe operations, and being part of a reliable team.

As a Packaging Operator, you will help support daily production by operating packaging equipment, inspecting finished products, following GMP and food safety guidelines, and helping the team meet production goals. This opportunity offers a structured manufacturing environment with supportive leadership, positive teamwork, and the potential to build a long-term career path through strong attendance, consistent performance, and a great attitude.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment safely and efficiently according to company policies, SOPs, and production standards.
• Package finished products according to established specifications, quality requirements, and food safety expectations.
• Inspect products and packaging for accuracy, consistency, quality, and product integrity.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by following Good Housekeeping Practices, GMPs, and workplace safety procedures.
• Communicate equipment issues, quality concerns, food safety risks, or unsafe conditions to the Production Supervisor or management.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily production goals while supporting safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $14.00 per hour.
• Job Type: Contract/Temporary, temp-to-hire opportunity.
• For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
• We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.
• AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.