Packer

The Packer is responsible for working on the production floor to manually pack and create product into boxes, trays, and cartons while also completing the final quality inspection of finished goods.

Responsibilities

Prepares cardboard cartons/trays for product packing by folding, taping, sorting, and labeling cartons, securing carton ends together and placing cartons/trays on the work area; Checks to ensure tape guns/taper have sufficient amount of tape; Visual inspections of final product packaging for product integrity including, but not limited to bag registration, code dates, prices, bag, and cases for proper seals; Removes out of specification product and communicates packaging problems; Fills cartons/displays based on packaging specs; Ensures products are packaged in cases with appropriate corresponding labels, if applicable tapes and seals cartons; Stacks correct number of cartons/trays on pallets/skids using correct stacking pattern; If applicable, utilizes pallet jack to move finished goods weighing up to 300lbs; Clears loose product from turntable/area; discards defective bags, boxes, trays; sweeps loose product off the floor; Assists with product rework according to plant expectations; Practices and adheres to appropriate Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection; Keeps work area clean/adheres to 5S protocols; Stores packaging room supplies in designated areas; Keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstructions; Removes trash from work area floor; keeps turntables/area clean; follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes, and weights; Performs sanitation tasks as directed (including, but not limited to equipment washes, seasoner cleanings, and wipeouts); Prepares line for startup and assist with any equipment changeovers, when applicable; May operate tray making and/or stapling machines; Required to be Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) certified and use LOTO rules when performing mandatory cleanings; Reports any issues to Machine Operators, Coordinator, or Supervisor as appropriate; Picking defects from product stream; May perform other duties as required; Mandatory overtime may be required

Requirements

Standing continuously; Walking frequently; Using hands continuously; Climbing occasionally; Squatting/kneeling occasionally; Talking/hearing continuously; Two handed carry frequently; Reaching continuously; Pushing continuously; Pulling continuously; Overhead work standing occasionally; Ladder climbing frequently; Repetitive twisting standing continuously; Fine motor skills/manipulation continuously; Bending continuously; Vision (far, near, peripheral, and depth perception) continuously; Follow directions and routines frequently; Concentrate, memorize, and recall frequently; Analyze data seldom; Problem solving seldom; Work independently with appropriate judgment frequently; Read, write, comprehend numbers and words frequently; Ability to lift/carry/push up to 10 lbs continuously; up to 25 lbs continuously; up to 50 lbs occasionally; up to 100 lbs seldom/never with assistance; more than 100 lbs seldom/never with assistance

Nice to have

High School Diploma or GED (preferred, but not required); 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred, but not required)

Benefits

Competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment