Packager

Entry-Level Packager | 1st Shift | Lake City, MN

No experience needed | On-the-job training provided

Start your career with a stable manufacturing company where you can learn valuable skills, work with a supportive team, and grow long-term. We're looking for dependable individuals to join our packaging team and help prepare high-quality products for shipment.

If you're reliable, detail-oriented, and ready to learn — we want to hear from you!

Why this is a great opportunity

No experience required — training provided

Day shift schedule with weekends mostly free

Competitive pay + overtime opportunities

Strong benefits & paid time off

Friendly, team-oriented environment

Opportunity to learn manufacturing and packaging skills

Schedule

1st Shift: Monday–Thursday | 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM (up to 5:30 PM with overtime) Fridays as needed

What you'll learn & do

• Select and wrap products in protective materials

• Box, crate, palletize, and stretch-wrap products for shipment

• Operate basic power tools and hand tools

• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets specifications

• Monitor and maintain product quality

• Read production paperwork and diagrams

• Perform testing of parts and mechanisms as required

• Other duties as assigned

What we're looking for

• Ability to read and follow specifications and work instructions

• Basic mechanical aptitude is a plus

• Willingness to learn packaging and metalworking processes

• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Physical requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, stoop, and sit for extended periods

• Comfortable working in hot and cold manufacturing environments

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Benefits

• PTO

• Nine (9) paid holidays

• Medical, dental, vision

• 401K plan

• Profit sharing

• Referral program

• Friendly, collaborative team environment

• Personal and professional growth potential

• Great work-life balance - no weekends

Valley Craft Ind. is an equal opportunity employer. Valley Craft Ind. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, or veteran status.