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Job Title: Packager 1 Job Description This role offers opportunities in general production, machine operation, and warehouse support within a busy manufacturing environment. You will help keep operations running smoothly and safely by handling materials, operating basic equipment, and supporting production and packaging activities across 1st and 2nd shifts, with limited 3rd shift availability. Responsibilities Assist with daily production and warehouse tasks to support smooth and efficient operations.
Load, unload, move, and organize materials and products throughout the facility. Support packaging, packing, and labeling activities to prepare products for shipment or storage. Handle physical tasks such as standing, walking, lifting, and moving materials throughout the shift. Essential Skills Willingness to learn new tasks and follow detailed instructions. Ability to stand, walk, lift, and move materials for the duration of the shift in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
Reliable attendance and punctuality to support production schedules. Strong work ethic and commitment to meeting daily goals and quality standards. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in general production, general labor, or warehouse work is helpful but not required for many roles. Familiarity with packaging, packing, and inspection processes in a manufacturing environment. Experience with assembly work or construction-related tasks, including reading blueprints, is beneficial.
Why Work Here? This opportunity provides access to a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees, supporting both health and financial well-being. Depending on job classification, length of employment, and benefit elections, you may be able to participate in medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as critical illness, accident, and hospital plans. A 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and post-tax contribution options, voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents, and short- and long-term disability coverage help you plan for the future.
Additional offerings such as a Health Spending Account (HSA), transportation benefits, an Employee Assistance Program, and paid time off or leave (including vacation or sick leave) support work-life balance and overall wellness. Work Environment The role is based in a manufacturing facility where most positions work indoors in production, machine operation, or warehouse areas. The environment is active and fast-paced, with frequent movement of materials and products.
There are limited opportunities for hybrid indoor/outdoor roles for those who prefer a mix of working inside and outside. Work is performed around production machinery, packaging equipment, and material-handling tools, and may involve standing, walking, lifting, and moving items throughout the shift while following safety and cleanliness standards. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of La Crosse, WI.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.
Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is