Packaging Operator — Growth in Sustainable Packaging

ALPLA Group; Iowa; On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

ALPLA Group in Iowa is seeking a manufacturing packaging technician to operate and maintain packaging equipment, perform routine cleaning, and handle materials. You will document finished goods and quality checks, support changeovers, and ensure labeling accuracy in a fast-paced production environment.

We offer hands-on training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a global company committed to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Min. 6 months of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Able to lift up to 55 pounds and stand for a minimum of 12 hours.
• Capable of using multiple types of packaging equipment and processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot packaging equipment to support production.
• Manual duties include loading, building, and packing boxes; hand packaging bottles; loading labels.
• Maintenance tasks include routine cleaning and minor upkeep of equipment.
• Material handling: load/unload packaging materials such as corrugate and containers.
• Document records of finished goods, packaging specs, and visual quality checks; perform changeovers and ensure correct labeling.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

ALPLA Group in Iowa is seeking a manufacturing packaging technician to operate and maintain packaging equipment, perform routine cleaning, and handle materials. You will document finished goods and quality checks, support changeovers, and ensure labeling accuracy in a fast-paced production environment.

We offer hands-on training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a global company committed to safety and teamwork.