Packaging Associate

Atlas Staffing
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We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Packaging Associate/General Labor to join our team. We are a food processing plant in Nampa ID. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our finished products meet quality standards and are accurately identified. You’ll take ownership of the operational flow of packaging machines, ensuring efficiency, minimal downtime, and high-quality output. This position involves a variety of tasks, including operating machinery, maintaining a clean work area, weighing products, and performing routine safety and sanitation duties. A strong commitment to teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication with colleagues and supervisors will be key to your success. If you’re looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth and learning, we’d love to hear from you! The Packaging Associate/General Labor will be responsible for assuring the finished product meets quality standard and the product identification is correct. Assumes responsibility for the operational flow of machines.
Key responsibilities for this position include:
- Meet efficiency budget levels while producing high quality products.
- Ensure the cheese is properly sealed before placing it in correct containers.
- Prepares correct packages and boxes for the days cheese being packaged.
- Loads and operates machines at a set speed and with minimal stops during process.
- Accurately complete associated CCP (Critical Control Point) and line operation paperwork while maintaining efficiencies.
- Maintain clean and organized work area.
- Interact with associates to maintain efficient process flow.
- Weigh cheese.
- Maintain open line of communication with all line workers and supervisor.
- Perform sanitation duties as assigned.
- Report problems and/or concerns to the on-duty supervisor.
- Attend departmental meetings and training as assigned by the supervisor and/or manager.
- Ensure proper use, identification, mixture, and application of chemicals, including the requirements and use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
- Perform other work duties as assigned.
Education
- High School Diploma or completion of GED preferred by not required.
Experience
- Experience in general cleaning, chemical handling and general labor, with food safety knowledge preferred.
Skills / Abilities
- Oral and written communication skills.
- English language and Customer service skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at once with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to work independently and be part of a team.
- Knowledge of cleaning methods and cleaning productions.
- Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual attendance.
- Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
- Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe work.
Physical Requirements
- Standing throughout a 10-12 hour shift
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs throughout a 10-12 hour shift
- Work in a cold, wet, loud and damp environment
Day shift hours: (Must be available and flexible to work OT and Weekends as needed)
- Monday – Friday 10:00am to 8:00pm
- Must be available to work until 10:00pm and weekends as required based on production needs. Overtime and weekends hours required as needed. There will not be a lot of notice given with OT and weekends.
Night Shift: (Must be available and flexible to work OT and Weekends as needed)
- Monday – Friday 8:00pm to 6:00am
- Must be available to work until 8:00am and weekends as required based on production needs. Overtime and weekends hours required as needed. There will not be a lot of notice given with OT and weekends.
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