Packaging Machine Operator (AHP)

Production Associate

Russell Tobin's client, an American drug wholesale and distribution company, is hiring a Production Associate in Columbus, OH.

Pay Rate: $20.50/hour (includes shift differential)

Base Pay: $18.00/hour

Shift Differential: $2.50/hour

Schedule:

• 3rd Shift: Sunday – Thursday, 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Training:

• One week of paid training on 1st shift (Sunday – Thursday, 11:00 PM – 3:00 AM)
• Training will primarily take place in a classroom setting.

Position Type: Temporary-to-Hire

Location: Columbus, OH

Position Overview

Join a fast-paced manufacturing and production team responsible for packaging, processing, and preparing products for shipment. This role offers opportunities to work in different production areas while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and compliance.

Possible Work Assignments

Decommission Product

• Scan barcodes to decommission products
• Remove caps and empty product contents
• Perform basic entry-level production tasks

Pack Out

• Fill cartons with products
• Verify sterile labels and sterilization information
• Operate tape machine
• Stack completed cartons onto pallets

Production Filler

• Monitor production equipment
• Remove empty items from the production line
• Stop and clear minor machine jams
• Observe machine operation and report issues when needed

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare packaging materials and equipment for production.
• Assist with operating packaging equipment and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Escalate equipment issues according to established procedures.
• Package products according to quality standards and production specifications.
• Assist with production room cleaning and equipment sanitation.
• Complete required production, safety, compliance, and operational training.
• Follow all safety regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Work closely with production and quality teams to meet daily production goals.
• Report production or quality concerns promptly.
• Complete production documentation accurately.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Basic math skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and use sound judgment.
• Ability to identify production and quality concerns.
• Previous manufacturing, assembly, or production line experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Stand for 8–12 hour shifts.
• Manual dexterity for repetitive hand movements.
• Lift, carry, push, or move items weighing approximately 25 lbs., with occasional lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for dependable individuals who thrive in a team-oriented manufacturing environment and are committed to quality, safety, attendance, and productivity. Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, eager to learn, and able to follow established procedures while contributing to overall production goals.

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

Russell Tobin is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.