Operator

Job Summary We are seeking a dependable Operator for a temp-to-hire production packaging opportunity in Saint Joseph, MO. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, staying active throughout the day, and being part of a team that keeps manufacturing operations running smoothly. As a Production Packaging Operator, you will support daily production by packing products, checking labels, stacking pallets, and helping maintain a safe and organized work area. This is a great opportunity to build experience in a manufacturing environment with a consistent weekday schedule, supportive team setting, and the potential for long-term placement. Key Responsibilities Assemble cases, pack products, and stack finished goods on pallets according to production requirements. Monitor production lines to confirm correct components, codes, labels, and packaging materials are being used. Inspect products for damage, defects, or quality concerns and report issues to Quality Control. Operate pallet jacks and assist with basic material handling throughout the production area. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace while following all safety procedures and PPE requirements. Report equipment issues, production concerns, or maintenance needs to the appropriate team members. Compensation and Benefits Pay: $18 per hour. Job type: Temp-to-hire. Schedule: Tuesday-Friday, 6:00 AM-4:30 PM. Location: Saint Joseph, MO. Work setting: 100% onsite. Required Qualifications and Skills Assemble, pack, label, and palletize products in a fast-paced production environment. Monitor production lines for accuracy, quality, and proper packaging materials. Support material handling using pallet jacks and safe lifting practices. Maintain production area cleanliness, safety, and workflow efficiency. Less than 1 year of experience is acceptable. Ability to lift 40-60 lbs repeatedly throughout the workday. Ability to stand for 8-9 hours and perform frequent bending. Ability to read and understand production documents, labels, and safety information. Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively in a repetitive production setting. Comfortable working in a production environment with temperatures ranging from 70-90°F. Must provide steel-toe or composite safety shoes or boots. Must wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection as required. Must be able to complete required drug screening. Preferred Qualifications Previous production, packaging, warehouse, or manufacturing experience. Basic mechanical aptitude or experience working around production equipment. Experience using pallet jacks or performing material handling tasks. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans The Know Your Rights poster is available here: The pay transparency policy is available here: For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team. AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program. We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr AppleOne Employment Services