Manufacturing Technician

@ Manpower
Manpowermanpower.com

Manufacturing Technician

St. Peters, MO
Posted 4 days ago

About the job

Our company supports manufacturing and packaging operations, emphasizing safety, quality, teamwork, and career growth. We seek temporary Packaging Line Operators to maintain efficient production and high standards in a fast-paced setting.

Requirements

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Follow safety procedures
  • Teamwork skills

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • Ability to read SOPs and work instructions
  • Good communication skills
  • Prior manufacturing experience is a plus

Full job description

Packaging Line Operator
Full-Time Opportunity
$16hr for day shift

$17hr for night shift
12-Hour Shifts Available

Days: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM, rotating 2-2-3 schedule
Nights: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM, rotating 2-2-3 schedule

Are you looking for a hands-on manufacturing role where safety, quality, and teamwork are valued? We are seeking Temporary Packaging Line Operators to support production and packaging operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for operating packaging equipment, performing quality checks, maintaining production records, and ensuring products are packaged according to company standards.
What You'll Do
As a Packaging Line Operator, you will play a critical role in keeping production lines running safely and efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards.
Key Responsibilities

  • Follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements
  • Load packaging materials, labels, cartons, and components onto production lines
  • Start, stop, and monitor equipment according to established procedures
  • Set and verify equipment centerlines to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime
  • Perform routine quality inspections to ensure products meet specifications
  • Identify and remove defective products from the production line
  • Report equipment issues or quality concerns to supervisors and support teams
  • Maintain accurate production and quality documentation
  • Assist with line setup, product changeovers, and cleaning activities
  • Support line clearance activities and ensure production readiness
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready work environment
  • Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and work instructions
  • Collaborate with team members to achieve daily production goals and schedules
What We're Looking For
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to read and follow SOPs, safety procedures, and work instructions
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing production needs
Preferred Experience
  • Manufacturing, packaging, or production experience
  • Experience operating liquid filling, capping, labeling, or packaging equipment
  • Knowledge of GMPs and quality systems
  • Experience performing equipment changeovers and basic preventative maintenance
  • Familiarity with production documentation, batch records, and quality inspections
  • Ability to identify and resolve minor mechanical issues
  • Forklift, pallet jack, or other material handling equipment experience
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during a 12-hour shift
  • Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, and pulling
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Comfortable working around moving machinery and manufacturing equipment
  • Ability to work overtime and weekends as business needs require

Why Join Us?
Hands-on manufacturing experience
Team-oriented work environment
Training provided
Opportunity to develop mechanical and production skills
Safety-focused workplace
Potential for career growth within manufacturing operations


If you're dependable, quality-focused, and enjoy working in a fast-paced production environment, apply today and become part of a team dedicated to operational excellence and product quality.

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