Packager (Food Packaging)

About the job

The Packager inspects, prepares, and packages fresh produce and prepared food products while supporting quality, safety, and production goals.

We're looking for someone who

● Has previous food production, packaging, or warehouse experience (preferred)

● Can work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment

● Can follow verbal and written instructions

● Pays close attention to product quality and packaging accuracy

● Is comfortable performing repetitive tasks throughout the shift

● Can work in refrigerated or cold production environments

● Maintains reliable attendance and punctuality

● Is available to work overtime, weekends, or varying shifts as needed

What you'll do

● Package fresh produce and prepared food products on a production line

● Inspect products for quality, freshness, appearance, and packaging accuracy

● Sort and place products into bags, containers, cartons, and boxes

● Weigh products to confirm accurate quantities and package weights

● Apply labels, date codes, and other required product information

● Assemble boxes and prepare finished products for shipment

● Remove damaged, defective, or improperly packaged products

● Maintain a clean and sanitary work area

● Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures

● Meet daily production goals and packaging standards

● Support coworkers and supervisors with additional production duties as needed

Physical requirements

● Must be comfortable standing for extended periods

● Must be able to perform repetitive bending, reaching, and lifting throughout the shift

● Must be able to lift, push, and pull materials as required

● Must be comfortable working in refrigerated or cold conditions

SlingShot Connections provides contract staffing, direct hire placement, executive search recruitment, payroll services, and customized staffing solutions for numerous verticals, including accounting & finance, hospitality, human resources, and many more.