3rd Shift Production Operator; Palletizer Operator

3rd Shift Production Operator (Palletizer Operator) – Contract

Portland, OR 3rd Shift

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 10:30 PM
-7:00AM 1-Month Contract Onsite | Interview Required (Onsite Interview)

Sigma Inc. is seeking a dependable and safety-focused 3rd Shift Production Operator (Palletizer Operator) to join our onsite manufacturing team in Portland, Oregon. This position plays a critical role in maintaining safe, efficient palletizer operations while ensuring product quality and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Enterprise Quality Management System (EQMS) standards.

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals interested in hands-on production and warehouse operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently while following warehouse layout, feed codes, and date codes
• Maintain continuous, safe, and efficient operation of the palletizer system
• Operate and understand palletizer machinery, forklift trucks, and shrink-wrap equipment
• Ensure palletizer is properly supplied with pallets, slip-sheets, and shrink-wrap
• Place all finished product in designated locations according to EQMS guidelines
• Accurately count all good product and communicate totals to the Packer Operator
• Report all extra bag counts, set-offs, and metal detector kick-offs
• Store empty bags in assigned locations
• Monitor end-of-line product flow and remove finished product as required
• Assist with troubleshooting and collaborate with maintenance to minimize downtime
• Ensure products are clean, undamaged, and customer-ready
• Complete all required written and electronic production documentation
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Assist other operators and perform additional duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Entry-level position – no prior experience required
• Mechanically inclined with willingness to learn automated equipment
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs safely from floor to 50 inches
• Comfortable working at heights (bins, legs, platforms, and equipment)
• Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting
• Ability to perform simple math using a calculator
• Willingness to learn Repete Automation System
• Willingness to learn safe operation of power industrial trucks
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Flexible to work overtime as needed

• Competitive short-term contract opportunity
• Entry-level friendly with hands-on training provided
• Work in a safety-driven, GMP-regulated manufacturing environment
• Gain experience with palletizing systems and warehouse operations
• Supportive, team-oriented workplace

• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Monday – Friday (Overtime as required)