Packaging Technician- 3rd Shift

Doherty; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits in a Card (health options)

Temp-to-hire opportunities

Local recruiter support

Job summary

Doherty Staffing Solutions is seeking a Packaging Technician for a food production facility in Faribault, Minnesota. You will operate and maintain packaging equipment, perform safety and quality checks, and complete production documentation in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires the ability to lift heavy items, read English instructions, and work overtime or weekends when needed. Weekly pay and benefits options are available through a card-based system.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely lift 65 pounds consistently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions in English.
• Basic math skills for weights, measurements and production logs.
• Availability to overtime and weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment such as palletizers, depalletizers, labelers, tray formers, stretch wrappers, pallet labelers and conveyors.
• Perform safety checks, quality audits, and required production documentation.
• Identify and correct equipment issues to maximize production efficiency and communicate maintenance needs.
• Complete changeovers and cross-train on equipment across packaging stations.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Basic math

Tools

Packaging machinery

Job description

Job Title: Packaging TechnicianLocation: Faribault, MNCompensation: $19.70 per hour – paid weeklySchedule: 3rd shift | 10:00PM - 6:00AM | Monday–FridayJob Type: Temporary/ContractAbout the OpportunityDoherty Staffing Solutions is hiring Packaging Technicians for a food production company in Faribault, Minnesota. In this role, you’ll operate and maintain packaging equipment while helping ensure products meet important food safety and quality standards. If you enjoy hands-on work, troubleshooting equipment, and working as part of a fast-paced production team, this could be a great fit. Read below for more information!Apply now and our AI Recruiter, Valerie, will reach out ASAP to learn more about how you match this role!What You'll Do as a Packaging Technician:Operate packaging equipment including palletizers, depalletizes, labelers, tray formers, stretch wrappers, pallet labelers, and conveyorsPerform safety and quality checks, line observations, quality audits, and required production documentationIdentify and correct equipment issues to help maximize production efficiency and communicate maintenance needsComplete basic preventative maintenance and corrective work orders as assignedClean and sanitize machines and work areas according to GMP, SQF, food safety, and quality standardsComplete production changeovers and communicate equipment, product, and quality information during shift transitionsRotate between packaging positions and cross-train on equipment throughout the Business UnitWhat You Need to Bring to the Packaging Technician Role:Ability to safely lift and carry up to 65 pounds consistently and up to 100 pounds occasionally with assistanceAbility to stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, and climb stairs throughout the workdayAbility to read and follow work instructions, safety procedures, production schedules, and quality documentation in EnglishBasic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, weights, and measurementsAbility to accurately complete production records, logs, and other required documentationAbility to work overtime and weekends when requiredWillingness to cross-train, work as part of a team, and follow food safety, quality, GMP, SQF, and company procedures #NEjobhuntWhy You'll Like Working with Doherty Staffing SolutionsEnjoy weekly pay, access to health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and temp-to-hire opportunities for long-term stability where applicable. As a family-owned company with over 45 years in business, we pride ourselves on providing personalized support through a local, dedicated recruiter and maintaining a strong reputation backed by positive online ratings. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.Ready to Apply?Click “Apply Now” to complete our quick, mobile-friendly application. If you have questions about the Packaging Technician job, contact our Faribault office at [phone].Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE. Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at www.doherty.com/job-seekers/employee-benefits.