Packaging Operator

Hallmark; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 29,411 - 31,133; Full time

Job summary

A leading gift presentation company in Leavenworth, Kansas is seeking a Packaging Operator to set up and operate production and packaging machines. This role involves ensuring quality standards, troubleshooting equipment issues, and maintaining a safe work environment. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, good communication skills, and the ability to lift heavy products. Pay starts at $21.35/hour with a shift differential, and the position is on 2nd shift, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Ability to grasp, lift and carry product weighing up to 15 lbs frequently and 65 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to stand and walk approximately 90% of the time.
• Ability to reach, twist, bend, and perform repetitive motions 90% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate production and packaging machines.
• Monitor equipment performance and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Conduct quality inspections on in-process and finished goods.

Skills

Basic math skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Ability to work as a team member

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

The Packaging Operator sets up, operates, and maintains production and packaging machines to produce gift presentation products. This role ensures quality standards are met, troubleshoots equipment issues, and supports a safe, efficient work environment.

Starting pay is $21.35/hour plus $1.25/hour for 2nd shift differential (total $22.60/hour).

This position is on 2nd Shift (3:30pm - 12:00am), Monday through Friday

This position is located in Leavenworth, Kansas. Relocation is not provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate a variety of production and packaging machines
• Monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot malfunctions, and perform preventive maintenance
• Conduct quality inspections on in-process and finished goods; remove defective products
• Accurately complete production, defect, and shipping documentation in SAP
• Collaborate with team members to solve problems, drive results, and share process updates
• Maintain a clean and safe work area; follow all safety protocols
• Support multiple assignments and departments as needed; demonstrate flexibility
• Track and replenish packaging materials to minimize downtime
• Participate in performance dialogues and team problem-solving activities
• Learn and apply a wide range of quality systems and product specifications

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Ability to grasp, lift and carry product weighing up to 15 lbs frequently and 65 lbs occasionally
• Ability to stand and walk approximately 90% of the time
• Ability to reach, twist, bend, perform repetitive hand/wrist motion, and use fine motor skills 90% of the time
• Ability to occasionally work at or above shoulder level

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic math, written and oral communication skills
• Ability to understand the computer and ordering systems and successfully operate both systems
• Ability to set up area and work under pressure to meet production targets
• Ability to understand and follow established safety procedures
• Ability to accept other duties as assigned
• Ability to learn and retain knowledge
• Ability to work as a team member

Application Instructions

You must show how you meet basic qualifications (listed below) in a resume or document you upload, or by completing the work experience and education application fields. Accepted file types are Microsoft Word (DOC or DOCX), PDF, HTML, or TXT.

Internal applicants will be considered in seniority order based on skills, qualifications and performance. You must address how you meet the basic qualifications of the job in a resume or document you upload, or by completing the work experience and education application fields. In order to be considered for this position:

• You must have satisfactory or better attendance for the rolling 12 months prior to the closing date of the internal job posting.
• You must have been in your current job for at least 6 or 12 months, depending on the role.
  • GA 35, 36, 37 - at least 6 months
  • GA 38, 39, 40 - at least 12 months
• You may not have any disqualifying CRs (quality, performance, safety, behavior, etc.) in the 6 months prior to the closing date of the internal job posting.

If additional openings become available within 30 days of the posting coming down and the vacancy is still in an open status, applicants will be selected from the original posting. If interested in this job, please apply now. If you are offered and accept this position, you understand that you will be held within this position for 6 months. If you are offered a new position once you accept, but have been in your position for less than 6 months you will not be able to move to a new role.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Hallmark Cards, Inc. and its subsidiary companies will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Hallmark does not generally provide sponsorship for employment. Employment by Hallmark is contingent upon the signing of the Employment Agreement, signing of an agreement to arbitrate in connection with the Hallmark Dispute Resolution Program, completing Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification and satisfactory reference and background checks.

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