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General Labor - Lubbock, TX

ShiftfillersLubbock, TXTemporary$19.00/hour

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Agency
Shiftfillers
Location
Lubbock, TX
Job type
Temporary
Pay
$19.00/hour
Profession
Machine Operator
Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Posted
Oct 14, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$19.00
Weekly
$760
Yearly (full-time)
$39,520

This job pays about $19.00/hour — 2% above the median for Machine Operator jobs in Texas ($18.68/hour).

Estimated from the hourly rate in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Machine Operator jobs in Texas right now

  • 3 open Machine Operator jobs in Texas from 2 agencies.
  • Pay in these listings: $17.25 – $19.00/hour, median $19.00/hour.
  • Typical Machine Operator pay in Texas: $18.68/hour ($38,854/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: Shiftfillers ($19.00/hour across 2 jobs).

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Job description

Our client is growing like crazy, and we are hiring new folks for our team! We're currently seeking General Labor for a fast-paced agricultural manufacturing facility in Lubbock, TX. This role plays a key part in day-to-day plant and warehouse operations, covering everything from seed treatment and bagging to equipment operation and quality monitoring. Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute in a team-driven production environment. Location: Lubbock, TX 79403Pay Rate: $19.00/hr Shift Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Job Responsibilities:
  • Participate in day-to-day seed count, bagging, and treating operations in the plant.
  • Operate and manage automatic seed sampling equipment to pull accurate samples from each seed lot as directed.
  • Assist in seed counts for packaging and obtaining QA samples.
  • Enter plant monitoring data for the treating and packaging area as directed.
  • Monitor packaging appearance including bag printing, placards, bar coding, and wrapping.
  • Monitor the treatment process for application accuracy.
  • Perform general repairs on bag placers, baggers, treaters, and palletizers during the season and shutdown periods.
  • Participate in cleanup of treating and bagging area for all variety changes.
  • Assist management with sorting and inventory counts during carryover season.
  • Assist with the carryover blending process by seed count.
  • Assist in all inventory counts of chemicals and bags.
  • Identify and resolve equipment issues — including bagger/scale malfunctions, seed count discrepancies, print quality issues, and treater calibration — or escalate to management as needed.
  • Meet all safety requirements for the seed count, bagging, and treatment areas of the plant.
  • Perform other tasks as directed by management.
 Qualifications:
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing, seed production, ginning, seed conditioning, or relevant farm/mechanical experience highly preferred.
  • Proven knowledge of OSHA Lockout Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space Entry (CSE), and other safety requirements.
  • Mechanical aptitude; equipment repair experience is a plus.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Must be able to lift and handle up to 50 lb bags.
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
  • Must pass background check and drug test.
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