Packing Operator

Automation Personnel Services; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Health benefits

Bonuses

Paid holidays

401K match

Referral bonus

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services is seeking a Packing Operator in Chattanooga, TN to assist on the conveyor line, pack product, and prepare shipments. This full-time temporary-to-hire role offers weekly pay and a benefits package.

The position requires ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 40 lbs, with a weekend rotation and two 12-hour shift options (day or night). Background check and drug screen are required.

Qualifications

• Previous packing experience is a plus.
• 1 year manufacturing experience preferred.
• Stand and walk frequently during shift and lift 40lbs (in office lift assessment required).
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Pack yarn from a conveyor belt while assisting machine operator.
• Print shipping labels and packing tickets to prepare the boxes.
• Palletize complete boxes for shipping.

Skills

Packing

Manufacturing experience

Stand and lift 40lbs

Background check

Job description

Packing Operator

Automation Personnel Services is looking for a hard-working Packing Operator for a company based in Chattanooga, TN. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting on the conveyor line while packing product. This position is a full time temporary to hire opportunity.

Pay Rate

$17.00 per hour

Schedule and Hours

• Day Shift: 8:00am-8:00pm
• Night Shift 8:00pm-8:00am
• 2 days on-3 days off rotation (must be willing to work weekend rotation)

Packing Operator Duties and Responsibilities

• Pack yarn from a conveyor belt while assisting machine operator
• Print shipping labels and packing tickets to prepare the boxes
• Palletize complete boxes for shipping

Packing Operator Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous packing experience is a plus
• 1 year manufacturing experience preferred
• Stand and walk frequently during shift and lift 40lbs (in office lift assessment required)
• Background check and drug screen required

Job Type

Full-time, temporary to hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan

Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401K matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Bonus Opportunity!

We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services

Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Named one of America's Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

Equal Opportunity Employer APSChattanooga