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Machine Operator Packer Jobs in Independence, MO

polyinc

Printing - Machine Operator

Lees Summit, MO

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

Reporting to the Printing Shift Supervisor, the Machine Operator is responsible for operating a dry offset printing press and packing/unpacking rigid plastic containers and lids. A fully qualified ...

Polytainers, Inc.

Printing - Machine Operator

Lees Summit, MO · On-site

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

Reporting to the Printing Shift Supervisor, the Machine Operator is responsible for operating a dry offset printing press and packing/unpacking rigid plastic containers and lids. A fully qualified ...

CRH

Machine Operator

Harrisonville, MO · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Machine Operator Architectural Products Group Harrisonville, Missouri, United States Job ID: 524790 ... Operates a packer machine to bag and prepare product * Weighs bag to assure proper weight

CRH

Machine Operator

Harrisonville, MO

$15 - $18/hr

Operates a packer machine to bag and prepare product * Weighs bag to assure proper weight ... Assists other Operators to set up machines and any other necessary tasks to adhere to deadlines and ...

polyinc

Molding - Packer (B Shift, 7am - 7pm)

Lees Summit, MO · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

The Packer must escalate to Machine Operator or Cell Leader when observing consistent quality defects or longer machine downtime * Assist with line clearance when there is a product change and assist ...

Lancesoft

Manufacturing Operator

Lenexa, KS · On-site

$22 - $24.20/hr

... prepping materials, packing out powder into containers (barrels, buckets, bottles, etc ... Machine Operator Experience preferred, also Manufacturing, Warehouse, or Quality experience ...

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How much do machine operator packer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for machine operator packer in Independence, MO is $14.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.04 and $15.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Machine Operator Packer vs Machine Operator?

AspectMachine Operator PackerMachine Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma, technical training often required
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, packaging linesManufacturing, production facilities
Job FocusOperating packaging machinery, packing productsOperating various manufacturing equipment
Common Industry UsageYesYes

Machine Operator Packer and Machine Operator roles both involve operating machinery in manufacturing settings. The main difference is that Machine Operator Packer specifically focuses on packaging and packing products, while Machine Operator may handle a broader range of manufacturing equipment. Both roles typically require similar certifications and work in similar environments, but their job duties differ based on the production stage.

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Printing - Machine Operator

polyinc

Lees Summit, MO

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

Other

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Lee’s Summit Printing Department is responsible for the printing and decoration of plastic manufactured food containers.  

Reporting to the Printing Shift Supervisor, the Machine Operator is responsible for operating a dry offset printing press and packing/unpacking rigid plastic containers and lids. A fully qualified Machine Operator will be skilled in the following key responsibilities, however may only be required to perform one of more of the responsibilities at a given time.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITES:

 

  • Start, stop, run, and tear down Dry Offset Printing Presses
  • Perform  job kit verification, line clearance, replacing plates and washing and preparing color heads
  • Run all lid and base presses, this includes all six and eight color presses
  • Pack/unpack boxes of finished products according to customer requirements
  • Remove and handle trending tray product samples
  • Apply labels to boxes and stamp every box without pre-labeling
  • Cover other Machine Operators during their lunch and breaks
  • Monitor product quality, visually inspecting products at the packing station and maintaining the trending tray
  • Perform product control duties, update job cards and enter information on daily machine scheduling and attainment board (white board)
  • Adhere to company policies and procedures and never compromise safety
  • Treat fellow team members with honesty, respect and dignity
  • Meet standards of conduct and adhere to 5S, HACCP and Health and Safety rules

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Educational Requirements: High School or equivalent

Minimum Experience/Field: Minimum six months work experience in a printing or manufacturing environment.  Dry Offset printing experience required.

Communication Skills: Fluent in English with good written and verbal communication skills

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THIS POSITION:

  • Ability to anticipate and handle challenging situations effectively, seeking input and involving others when possible
  • Consistently uses good judgement while decision making, analyses problems from different angles to seek alternatives before determining best solutions
  • Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency, assuming responsibility without being asked in order to achieve results

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