Packaging Operator

Location: Osceola, AR
Schedule: Full-time (shift and overtime requirements to be confirmed)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-Hire, Non-Exempt
Pay: $18.00–$21.00 per hour

Marathon Staffing is hiring an experienced Packaging Operator to support a metal-processing operation in Osceola, Arkansas. In this role, you’ll operate packaging equipment and help ensure finished steel products are wrapped, banded, labeled and prepared correctly for storage or shipment.

If you have industrial production experience, strong mechanical awareness and a commitment to safety and quality, we want to hear from you.

• Operate approved packaging equipment used to wrap, band, secure, label and prepare finished steel products.
• Review work orders, packaging instructions, product specifications and customer requirements before beginning each order.
• Set up and adjust packaging equipment within authorized operating limits.
• Verify product identification, labels, tags, quantities, bundle details and packaging materials.
• Monitor packaging quality and correct routine issues before finished products are released.
• Inspect equipment, guarding, tools and work areas before and during operation.
• Identify and report equipment problems, damaged materials, incorrect labels and packaging concerns.
• Complete production, packaging, quality and material-tracking records accurately.
• Coordinate with production, quality, material handling and shipping teams to support accurate product flow.
• Direct or coordinate Packaging Helpers assigned to the work area when requested.
• Maintain an organized packaging area and remove loose banding, wrap, scrap and other hazards.
• Follow all PPE, machine-guarding, sharp-edge and energy-control requirements.

• Previous machine-operating, industrial packaging or manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read work orders, product labels, packaging instructions and basic specifications.
• Mechanical ability to complete routine setup, adjustment and troubleshooting within approved limits.
• Strong attention to product identification, packaging quality and traceability.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to recognize unsafe equipment conditions and stop work when necessary.
• Dependable attendance and clear communication with production and support departments.
• Ability to work full-time on-site and safely perform the physical demands of the position.

• Packaging-equipment operation in a steel, metals, automotive or heavy-manufacturing environment.
• Experience with industrial banding, wrapping, labeling or bundle preparation.
• Experience completing production records or ERP transactions.
• Forklift, overhead-crane or material-handling experience, subject to site training and authorization.

This position works in an industrial production and packaging area around steel products, packaging equipment, sharp edges and moving material. The work may involve extended standing, repetitive movement, noise and changing production demands. Required PPE and all site safety procedures must be followed.

Candidates must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Competitive pay
• Weekly pay
• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Opportunity to grow within an industrial operation
• Support from a dedicated local staffing team

Ready to apply? Apply today through Marathon Staffing. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including people of all genders, backgrounds and abilities.

Marathon is an equal opportunity employer.

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Our company enjoys longstanding stability, having been in business for over 30 years. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we strive to connect individuals with career opportunities that meet their specific needs.