Packaging Operator

Balance Staffing - San Antonio; Texas; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Balance Staffing is seeking a dependable Packaging Operator to manage and monitor automated packaging equipment in a fast-paced food manufacturing setting in Selma, TX. This contract or contract-to-hire role runs 1st shift (Mon-Thu, 6am-4pm) with an starting hourly rate around $18 per hour.

You will operate HMI-controlled machines, perform basic preventive maintenance, ensure safety and quality, and document production and downtime while collaborating with maintenance and quality teams to

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting.
• Experience with HMI touch-screen controls and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, production schedules, and safety procedures.
• Previous experience operating automated packaging equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve minor machine issues, jams, and operational faults
• Complete production, quality, and downtime documentation accurately
• Perform routine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance on equipment
• Follow all food safety, GMP, HACCP, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures
• Inspect finished packages to ensure proper seals, weights, labeling, and overall quality
• Monitor machine performance and make adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency
• Operate automated packaging equipment using an HMI (Human-Machine Interface) control panel
• Perform product changeovers, recipe selection, and equipment setup for different production runs
• Communicate effectively with maintenance, quality, and production teams to minimize downtime
• Set up machines for production runs, including loading packaging materials and adjusting machine parameters

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

HMI controls

Read work instructions

Packaging equipment experience

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

At Balance Staffing we’re obsessed with your success! Let us help you achieve your career dreams.

Job Title: Packaging Haysen Operator

Type of Role: Contract or Contract to Hire

Expected Length of Contract: 721+ hours

Shift / Hours: 1st shift, Monday-Thursday from 6am-4pm

Location: Selma, Tx

Hourly Range: $18+

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Packaging Machine Operator to operate and monitor automated packaging equipment in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining HMI-controlled packaging machines while ensuring products meet quality, safety, and production standards.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Identify and resolve minor machine issues, jams, and operational faults
• Complete production, quality, and downtime documentation accurately
• Perform routine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance on equipment
• Follow all food safety, GMP, HACCP, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures
• Inspect finished packages to ensure proper seals, weights, labeling, and overall quality
• Monitor machine performance and make adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency
• Operate automated packaging equipment using an HMI (Human-Machine Interface) control panel
• Perform product changeovers, recipe selection, and equipment setup for different production runs
• Communicate effectively with maintenance, quality, and production teams to minimize downtime
• Set up machines for production runs, including loading packaging materials and adjusting machine parameters

Skills and Experience:

• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills
• Experience with HMI touch-screen controls and PLC-controlled equipment
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, production schedules, and safety procedures
• Previous experience operating automated manufacturing or packaging equipment preferred

Company Description

Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Company Description

Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.