Technical Operator - Future Opportunities (All Shifts)

Tosca; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare options

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Fitness reimbursement program

Job summary

A leading packaging company in Springfield, MO, is looking for team members to inspect reusable plastic containers and ensure quality. Responsibilities include operating forklifts and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, especially in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment. Comprehensive benefits and competitive pay at $18 per hour are offered, along with a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years related experience preferred.
• 2+ years actively operating a forklift.
• 2+ years operating automated equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect Reusable Plastic Containers for quality.
• Safely operate a forklift.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Forklift Experience

Effective communication

Good judgment

Strong organizational skills

Job description

Why Tosca?

At Tosca, we’re redefining supply chains by delivering innovative solutions that drive sustainability, efficiency, and performance. As a leader in reusable packaging, we thrive on collaboration, transparency, and doing the right thing. Here, your work will matter. You’ll lead change, drive impact, and shape the future of how products move through global supply chains. Join a team where your voice is heard, your ideas have power, and your career can grow.

What You’ll Do

• Inspect Reusable Plastic Containers (RPCs) for quality and remove waste material, stickers, tags, damaged RPCs, and non‑Tosca RPCs from the production line in accordance with Tosca’s food safety policies.
• Load, unload, and stack RPCs from the production line for processing.
• Safely operate a forklift (as required).
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including reporting food safety or environmental concerns.
• Operate and monitor automated machinery using touchscreens and switch panels.
• Support service center operational processes, including HMI and scanning activities.
• Perform sanitization and cleaning of the production line and equipment.
• Follow Tosca safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), chemical handling, and other required safety procedures.
• Monitor RPC flow through the line and adjust input/output as needed to maximize throughput.
• Track and monitor supplies and materials used during processing.
• Complete administrative tasks such as document prep, filing, training support, auditing, data entry, and inventory counts.
• Read and follow written instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Assist the Maintenance Coordinator or Technician with minor machine adjustments and basic troubleshooting.
• Perform other related duties as assigned within the service center.

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum 2+ years related experience preferred.
• Forklift Experience – 2+ years actively operating a forklift where applicable.
• Operators Experience – 2+ years operating automated equipment.
• Packaging or Food manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Effective listening, communication (verbal and written).
• Comfortable in fast‑paced, customer‑driven, change‑focused environment.
• Good judgment and decision‑making ability.
• Team player who works productively and demonstrates leadership potential.
• Ability to perform simple business math.
• Demonstrated high integrity and ethical standards.
• Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written instructions and documented procedures.
• Ability to work occasional flexible hours and overtime based on company/volume needs.

Pay And Perks

• Pay: $18 per hour.
• Benefits: Tosca offers a comprehensive benefits package to our team members. Full‑time employees (30+ hours per week) have access to multiple healthcare plan options (including medical, dental, and vision coverage), a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match, paid time off, paid parental leave, company‑paid life insurance and short‑term disability coverage, as well as long‑term disability for eligible roles. We also provide tax‑advantaged health accounts (HSA with employer contributions and FSA programs), an Employee Assistance Program, and a range of additional perks – such as a fitness reimbursement program, educational assistance, employee discount programs, and optional supplemental insurance (e.g., accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity) and legal/identity theft protection plans.

Work Schedule

• Shift – All Shifts.
• Hours – 1st: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM | 2nd: 3:00 PM–11:30 PM.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

At Tosca, we believe in fostering a workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable environment where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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