Production Operator - 1st Shift - Pacific, MO

Production OperatorThis position is with one of our clients, at their Pacific, MO facility; Express is recruiting on their behalf. The Production Operator handles and batches materials, feeds the conveyor, bags and palletizes finished product, and runs machinery and lifting equipment on the production floor.This is a small company looking for the right fit rather than just a body, and pay increases once you are hired on.Location - Pacific, MOType - Full-time, hourly, temp-to-hireShift - 1st Shift, Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Pay - $18 per hour, with an increase upon being hired onKey ResponsibilitiesHandle and batch materials for production runs.Manually feed material to the conveyor.Bag and palletize finished product.Operate machinery and lifting equipment.Maintain a clean, organized work area and assist with maintenance.Perform other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED preferred.Able to follow written and verbal instructions.Strong work ethic and punctuality.Able to work on foot for extended periods.Able to repeatedly lift and carry up to 55 lbs.Good interpersonal skills and a fast learner.Reliable attendance. Must pass a background check and drug screen.Conditions and PayOn your feet for extended periods; repeatedly lifting and carrying up to 55 lbs.Production floor with machinery and lifting equipment in use.Dress code: safety shoes required, either composite toe boots, tennis shoes or steel toe boots, plus long pants. No shorts or sweats.Bring safety glasses if you have them; the client will provide safety glasses and a dust mask if needed.$18 per hour, Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with an increase upon being hired on.