Packaging Operator - 1st shift

Kelly Services; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Packaging Operator for the 1st shift in Salt Lake City, UT. You will set up, operate, clean, and maintain packaging machinery in a fast-paced environment while complying with cGMP and SOPs.

This is a W2 staffing assignment with a 6‑month duration and potential extension. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, strong English, basic math, and familiarity with MS Office and ERP/LMS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a fast-paced cGMP environment preferred.
• Strong English written/verbal skills and basic math.
• Computer literacy with MS Office and ERP/LMS.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, clean, and maintain drug manufacturing and packaging machinery while following cGMP, SOPs and batch records.

Skills

English

Math

MS Office

ERP/LMS

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

ERP/LMS

Job description

Packaging Operator - 1st shift (3 openings)

Location: Salt Lake City, UT 84116

Work Schedule: Mon to Fri / 1st Shift: 5 am to 3 pm

Pay rate: 23$ per hour

Contract: W2 under staffing supplier; with a 6-month duration (possible extension according to performance)

Role Summary Set up, operate, clean, and maintain drug manufacturing and packaging machinery (mixers, dryers, tablet presses, labelers) while adhering to cGMP guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and batch records.

Core Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: Experience in a fast-paced cGMP environment (pharmaceutical, medical device, nutraceutical, or food) preferred.
• Skills: Strong English written/verbal skills, basic math, computer literacy (MS Office, ERP/LMS), and high attention to detail.
• Physical Demands: Routinely lift 25 lbs (up to 50+ lbs with assistance); push/pull heavy materials; extended standing, bending, and reaching.
• GMP Policy: Strict no-jewelry policy in production areas (only plain wedding bands with no stones permitted).
• Pre-Employment Screenings: Background check, 11-Panel Drug Screen (+ Fentanyl), and comprehensive medical screenings (vision, hearing, spirometry/respirator fit, physical/lifting assessment).

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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About Kelly

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.