Packaging Operator 1st and 2nd Shift

Manpower, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is assisting a food manufacturing client in Indianapolis, IN to recruit a Packaging Operator. In this role you will support day-to-day packaging operations, follow correct packaging procedures, and help move finished products through the line.

You will operate Bag-In-Box, Bottle Filler, and Bulk Line equipment, set up changeovers, print labels, verify CCPs, and ensure GMP and Food Safety compliance while delivering accurate packaging and timely product delivery.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to obtain forklift operator certification.
• Good organizational skills with time management and multi-tasking.
• Knowledge of packaging systems and safe operation of filling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Follow correct packaging procedures to ensure accurate and consistent packaging.
• Operate Bag-In-Box, Bottle Filler, and Bulk Line packaging equipment.
• Set up equipment and perform changeovers to switch formats as needed.
• Print and verify finished product labels and assemble master cases.
• Check CCPs and maintain GMP and Food Safety compliance.

Skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Stand for up to 4 hours

Forklift certification

Time management

Multi-tasking in production

Packaging systems knowledge

Filling equipment operation

Job description

Our client, Manufacturing is seeking a Packaging Operator to join their team. As a Packaging Operator, you will be part of the Production team supporting day-to-day packaging operations. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, a commitment to food safety and quality, and the ability to learn and operate packaging equipment effectively—so you can help finished products move smoothly from production to the right packaging format.

Job Title: Packaging Operator

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Pay Range: $18.50-$19.25

Shift: 1st Shift $18.50 2nd Shift $19.25

What's the Job?

• Follow correct packaging procedures to ensure products are packaged accurately and consistently.
• Operate various packaging equipment, including Bag-In-Box, Bottle Filler, and Bulk Line, to package finished product.
• Set up equipment and perform changeovers to switch packaging formats as needed.
• Print and verify finished product labels, then label and assemble master cases correctly.
• Check and verify Critical Control Points (CCPs) and maintain compliance with Food Safety guidelines, procedures, rules and regulations, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

What's Needed?

• Ability to lift up to, and including, 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand continuously for up to, and including, 4 hour periods of time.
• Willingness to obtain forklift operator certification.
• Good organizational skills with strong time management and the ability to multi-task in a production environment.
• Knowledge of packaging systems and the ability to operate filling equipment safely and effectively.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to build hands-on experience operating packaging equipment and supporting production goals.
• Clear expectations around quality checks and CCP verification to help you take pride in accurate work.
• Training and development opportunities, including the chance to train other associates as required.
• A workplace focused on safe, clean operations through Food Safety and GMP compliance.
• Stability in a role where your skills directly impact how finished products are packaged and delivered.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)