Production Packaging Specialist: Cross-Train & Quality

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Leavenworth, KS is seeking a dependable Production Associate for 2nd shift. This role supports daily production operations with a focus on quality, safety, productivity, and cross-training between departments.

You will assist with make-readies, inspections, packing, stacking, and maintaining production rates while following the Quality System. The position is full-time, Monday–Friday, 3:30pm–12:00am, 40 hours per week, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or production experience is a plus, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn multiple production processes and work in different departments.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various production assignments and cross-train between departments.
• Assist with make-readies and inspect finished products.
• Assist machine operators in maintaining required production levels, including throughput and OEE goals.
• Place products onto flat skids, into cartons, or into appropriate packaging.
• Pack wholesale units into cartons.
• Feed blanks and pack products into cartons.
• Stack completed cartons onto pallets safely and efficiently.
• Maintain specified production rates and follow established work procedures.
• Follow the Quality System including preflight inspections, checks, sampling, salvage removal and quality-control methods.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Utilize good safety practices at all times.
• Perform other duties and assignments as needed.

Skills

Age requirement

English literacy

Attention to detail

Team player

Willingness to learn

Reliable attendance

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Leavenworth, KS is seeking a dependable Production Associate for 2nd shift. This role supports daily production operations with a focus on quality, safety, productivity, and cross-training between departments.

You will assist with make-readies, inspections, packing, stacking, and maintaining production rates while following the Quality System. The position is full-time, Monday–Friday, 3:30pm–12:00am, 40 hours per week, with opportunities to