Packer D Shift Nights

QPS Employment Group; Lake Lotawana (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Packer in Lee's Summit, MO. You will pack finished products, inspect quality, prepare boxes for shipment, and help maintain steady production flow on the D Shift Nights (7:00pm-7:00am, Thursday-Saturday, every other Wednesday).

Responsibilities include stacking and taping boxes, labeling shipments, ensuring safety and quality standards, and supporting the Quality Assurance team by providing defect samples.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or molding environment is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different machines and processes.
• Lift and stack boxes (up to 50 pounds).
• Push/pull up to 750 pounds using manual pallet jacks (80 pounds push/pull force).

Responsibilities

• Pack finished products as they come off the production machine according to quality standards.
• Stack products into boxes to meet required box counts.
• Close, tape, and label boxes for shipment.
• Stack completed boxes onto pallets following the required pallet pattern (3 across, 6 high).
• Arrive before shift start for change and remain until relieved.
• Inspect equipment after breaks and verify products meet quality specs.
• Monitor product flow to prevent scrap and downtime.
• Report equipment, quality, or safety concerns promptly.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Position Title: Packer

Wage: $19.25/hour

Shift: D Shift Nights

Hours: 7:00pm-7:00am Thursday-Saturday (Every other Wednesday)

Looking for a hands‑on job where you can stay active and learn new skills? This Packer position is a great opportunity to get started in manufacturing! You'll work alongside a team packing finished products, inspecting for quality, preparing boxes for shipment, and keeping production moving safely and efficiently. Don't miss this potential to hire opportunity in Lee's Summit, MO.

Packer Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Pack finished products as they come off the production machine according to quality standards
• Stack products into boxes to meet required box counts
• Close, tape, and label boxes for shipment
• Stack completed boxes onto pallets following the required pallet pattern (3 boxes across and 6 layers high), tying or securing each layer as needed
• Arrive before the start of each shift for shift change and remain until properly relieved
• Inspect equipment after breaks and verify products meet quality specifications
• Monitor product flow to prevent scrap, machine jams, and production downtime
• Report equipment, quality, or safety concerns promptly and activate the help board when needed
• Communicate production issues to the appropriate personnel
• Sort and recycle scrap material according to company procedures
• Support the Quality Assurance team by providing defect samples and holding suspect product for inspection
• Read and follow shop orders and production instructions accurately
• Manage time effectively and assist in other production areas as needed
• Cross‑train in other production positions and assist with training new employees when qualified

Packer Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or molding environment is a plus
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different machines and processes
• Lift and stack boxes (up to 50 pounds)
• Place skids/pallets from ground to 35-55 inches high
• Frequently sit, twist, stand, stoop, bend, and walk, including occasional ladder climbing
• Stand for 8-12 hours per shift
• Push/pull up to 750 pounds using manual pallet jacks (80 pounds push/pull force)
• Ability to audibly detect machine sirens and alarms
• Verify job specs, including colors and designs

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