Production Packaging Operator - Day Shift

Lignetics Group•Columbia City, OR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Lignetics Group has spent over 30 years transforming recycled sawdust into high‑quality, eco‑friendly products — from heating pellets to BBQ pellets, animal bedding, and more. We’re looking for a high‑energy Production Packaging Operator to join our team! In this fast‑paced role, you’ll rotate between the Baler and Bagging operations, keeping production moving and working alongside a strong, safety‑focused crew that values teamwork, growth, and reliability.

Requirements

Pass a background check and pre‑employment drug screen
Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting ability, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to perform simple math
Strong safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and procedures
Reliable attendance and strong communication skills

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience preferred

Responsibilities

Operate baler machinery safely and efficiently
Stack bales on pallets, seal bales with an iron, and wrap pallets
Weigh bales and enter accurate data on reports and QC tags
Complete Baler Operator production report
Operate bagging machines, balers, shrink wrap equipment, forklifts, pallet jacks, and bag sealers
Stack bags on pallets, apply pallet covers, and move finished goods to correct warehouse locations
Fill pellet sample cups every ton for QC
Tag pallets with QC labels (initials, date, ton number, shift)
Complete Bagger production report accurately
Perform both bagging and baler functions as directed by Shift Leads
Operate machinery safely using all established guidelines, policies, and procedures
Assist other production areas as needed
Move and wrap completed products
Assist Shift Leads with starting/stopping pellet mills
Report any moisture or material concerns immediately
Maintain a clean, organized workstation
Lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods during production tasks
Other duties as assigned