Packaging Operator

Trident Consulting is seeking a "Packaging Operator” for one of our client in "St. Louis, MO". A global leader in business and technology services.

Role: Packaging Operator

Location: St. Louis, MO

Shift: 3rd Shift – Monday through Thursday, 10:00 PM to 8:30 AM (4 x 10 schedule)

Training Schedule: 1st Shift – Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM for 2–3 months

Type: Contract (Temp-to-Perm potential)

Pay Rate: $23/hr 15% Shift Differential

Interview: In-person Interview

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician 2 / Packaging Operator to support manufacturing and packaging operations in a production environment. This role involves operating processing equipment, maintaining clean room standards, executing production procedures, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain production and processing equipment including:
• COP (Clean Out of Place)
• CIP (Clean In Place)
• Kaps All Torquer
• Label line equipment
• Perform routine manufacturing and packaging operations
• Execute batch records using SAP (eBR)
• Conduct room cleaning and monthly phenolic cleaning procedures
• Handle waste disposal and manual cleaning of small parts
• Pull bottles from inventory and transfer materials into Class 100 clean room
• Perform hand torque and torque testing
• Apply pinch clamps and package bags/bottles
• Maintain accurate production documentation and log books
• Monitor equipment/process status and report deviations to supervisors
• Follow GMP, safety, and production procedures at all times
• Properly use, clean, and store PPE equipment
• Maintain housekeeping standards in production areas
• Participate in safety and quality training programs

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Skills & Experience

• Basic computer knowledge, preferably SAP
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Manufacturing/production environment
• Ability to lift and push up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Must be able to work extended shifts including nights
• Ability to wear PPE, including respirators, for extended periods

About Trident Consulting

Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we’ve partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.

We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale.