Packaging Associate /

Assembly Location:

Tempe, AZ Job Type:

Full-Time, Temp-to-Hire Shift:

1st & 2nd Shifts Available (Monday - Friday, occasional Saturday OT) About the Opportunity PrideStaff Tempe is currently hiring dependable Packaging Associates for high-volume manufacturing and fulfillment facilities in the East Valley. Whether you have previous production experience or are eager to build hands-on manufacturing skills, this role offers steady 40-hour workweeks, clean climate-controlled workspaces, and clear paths to permanent placement.

Key Responsibilities Assembly & Packaging:

Accurately assemble, sort, wrap, and pack finished goods into designated containers or shipping cartons.

Quality Inspection:

Inspect products on the line for defects, seal integrity, correct counts, and proper labeling prior to packing.

Labeling & Sealing:

Operate manual or semi-automated packaging tools (tape guns, heat sealers, label printers) according to client work orders.

Staging & Palletizing:

Stack packed boxes onto pallets following specific pattern guidelines, shrink-wrap loads, and move pallets using manual pallet jacks.

Line Sanitation:

Keep workstation sanitized, free of tripping hazards, and fully compliant with 5S and OSHA standards.

Requirements & Qualifications Experience:

6+ months of previous warehouse, assembly line, food packaging, or retail stockroom experience preferred (entry-level candidates with strong work ethic welcome to apply).

Dexterity & Detail:

Good hand-eye coordination for repetitive packing tasks, with a focus on speed and accuracy.

Physical Demands:

Ability to stand in one area for 8 to 10 hours and comfortably lift up to 30-40 lbs repeatedly.

Reliability:

Punctual, strong team attitude, and dependable transportation to Tempe/surrounding East Valley areas.

Education:

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work history. Why Work with PrideStaff?

Weekly Pay:

Reliable direct deposit every Friday morning.

Immediate Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance options available upon hire.

Clean & Safe Workplaces:

Partnerships with vetted local facilities, often in climate-controlled environments.

Temp-to-Hire Track:

Opportunity to transition to a permanent full-time employee with company-specific pay bumps and benefit tiers.

Compensation / Pay

Rate (Up to): $16.00 - $19.50 Per Hour