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Packaging Operations Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

This position involves the operation of machinery to fill cases to set levels as well as assuring that customer specifications are met on packaging and labels. Verify that the labels for a given ...

Technician Production (P) Trainee

Boardman, OR · On-site

$16.75 - $21/hr

Trained and qualified in Sorters, processing/packaging operations, and palletizer positions. * Sanitation qualification is required. Training will be provided for additional qualifications. * Team ...

Technician Production (P) Trainee

Boardman, OR · On-site

$16.75 - $21/hr

Trained and qualified in Sorters, processing/packaging operations, and palletizer positions. * Sanitation qualification is required. Training will be provided for additional qualifications. * Team ...

General Laborer - Packaging

Boardman, OR

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Monitor equipment operation to ensure that products are not flawed. * Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions. * Package products for storage or shipment. * Repair production equipment or ...

Technician Production (P) Trainee

Boardman, OR · On-site

$16.75 - $21/hr

Trained and qualified in Sorters, processing/packaging operations, and palletizer positions. * Sanitation qualification is required. Training will be provided for additional qualifications. * Team ...

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Packaging Operations information

What is the difference between Packaging Operations vs Packaging Technicians?

AspectPackaging OperationsPackaging Technicians
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma; technical training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentManufacturing or warehouse settings, overseeing packaging processesManufacturing lines, performing hands-on packaging tasks and troubleshooting
Job FocusManaging packaging workflows, coordinating teams, ensuring efficiencyExecuting packaging tasks, maintaining equipment, quality checks

Packaging Operations roles typically involve overseeing packaging processes and managing teams, requiring general industry experience. Packaging Technicians focus on hands-on packaging work and equipment maintenance. Both roles are essential in manufacturing environments, with overlapping skills but different responsibilities.

What does a packaging operations do?

A packaging operations role involves managing the process of preparing products for shipment, including assembling, labeling, and sealing packages. It often requires knowledge of packaging machinery, quality control, and safety procedures to ensure efficient and accurate packaging. The job may also involve maintaining inventory and adhering to production schedules.

What is the role of a packaging operations?

Packaging operations involve managing the process of preparing products for shipment by assembling, labeling, and sealing packages. The role includes ensuring quality standards, operating packaging machinery, and maintaining safety protocols in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
Infographic showing various Packaging Operations job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Packaging Operator 1 (Crew B) Ontario, OR

J.R. Simplot Company

Ontario, OR

$21.48/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

This position is responsible for the operation, sanitation, troubleshooting and repair of all packaging equipment from the distribution deck to the track. This position will break, cover vacancies, and train employees in all Packaging Operator positions to ensure that all packaging area equipment and people are able to package products in an efficient manner consistent with customer, quality assurance, and packaging goals and expectations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain Company standards for safety, quality, food safety, sanitation and GMPs.
  • Provide troubleshooting, repair and support on the equipment, instrumentation systems and supporting equipment including most mechanical, some electrical and some electronic aspects.
  • Operate and monitor equipment within the assigned area.
  • Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs. This includes operating equipment to verify operational efficiency.
  • Perform required quality checks and sampling.
  • Perform changeovers on all packaging equipment.
  • Create work orders for equipment needing work during downtime or is not operating correctly.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work with maintenance to perform preventative maintenance.
  • Ensure packaging equipment and immediate area is maintained in a food sanitary manner daily and during major cleanup, which meets company standards.
  • Ensure packaging materials are always readily available.
  • Additional accountabilities as may be required by management be handled in a manner necessary while representing the company.
  • Will assist in training other plant personnel.
  • Other duties may be assigned.
Typical Education
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Relevant Experience
3+ years related experience and/or training
Qualifications
  • One year certificate from a college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must demonstrate qualification through a job skill evaluation (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, conversion of fractions, decimals, and percentages, and basic mechanical principles).
  • Must be able to read, understand, and communicate in a manner to successfully perform the job duties.
  • Must have basic computer skills.
  • Must be able to work in confined spaces.
  • Must have manual dexterity in both hands.
Other Information

Overtime requirements in this position are common and may be required to meet operational goals.
Must be able to work around and consume products containing soy, wheat, and dairy.

No relocation assistance offered for this role.

Shift: 6:00am-6:00pm
Wage: $21.48/hourly

Job Requisition ID: 26460

Travel Required: None

Location(s): GF Plant - Ontario 

Country: United States


**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. 

If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General's Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.**


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About J.R. Simplot

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The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses.

Industry

Food and drink manufacturing

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Boise, ID, US

Year founded

1955

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