Finished Product Packer

Petoskey Plastics; Hartford City (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vis

PTO after 2 weeks

Bonus $500 for 90 days

401k with 3% match

Profit Sharing

Birthday Pay

Call-in Bonus

Safety shoe & safety glasses reimburse

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Petoskey Plastics in Hartford City, IN is hiring a Finished Product Packer to move finished plastic product from the end of the line into packaging and place on skid. You will verify that skids meet customer specs and coordinate with line operators to ensure quality and on-time packaging.

The role requires reading English work procedures, strong communication, and a commitment to safety and housekeeping, with benefits and training offered by the company.

Qualifications

• Read work procedures in English.
• Maintain safety and quality standards.
• Be present during scheduled hours and attend meetings.
• Maintain clean and organized workspace.
• Read a measuring tape.

Responsibilities

• Move finished product from end of line into correct packaging and place on skid.
• Verify packaging meets customer specifications per work order.
• Communicate with line operators about quality concerns and production needs.
• Maintain good housekeeping on assigned lines.

Skills

Reading procedures

Communication

Safety and quality

Hand-eye coordination

Multitasking

Attendance

Measuring tape literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Hartford City Plant - Hartford City, IN 47348, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $17.00 - $20.45 Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Description

Petoskey Plasticsaspirestostand out as an industry leader in sustainability, using advanced recycling technology to manufacture high-quality films, bags, and resins from post-consumer materials. Our commitment to eco-friendly innovation sets us apart, as we strive to earn the appreciation and respect of our customers, associates, and communities. If you are seeking a family-oriented company that values career growth and provides robust paid training, explore the comprehensive benefits listed below to see how Petoskey Plastics can support your professional journey.

We’re headquartered in PetoskeywhereourLake Michiganshoresare clasped by rhythmic waves of seafoam and cobalt.We’rehonored to have roots in Texas, Tennessee, and Indiana as our production has expanded over the years.Our custom-engineered solutions tackle a variety of industries, including automotive, industrial, institutional, retail, construction, home improvement, medical, and more.Always moving forward! > IN THE NEWS

A few of our over 20 competitive benefits

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision benefits - valued at $4/hr over your base pay!
• PTO - start accruing just two weeks after your start date
• Earn a $500 bonus for maintaining a full-time status for the first 90 days of employment with good attendance.
• Petoskey Plastics pays 3% of your annual earnings into your 401k regardless of your contribution!
• Profit Sharing
• Birthday Pay
• Call-in Bonus
• Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Reimbursement (up to $400 annually)
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability

A Finished Product Packer moves finished plastic product safely from end of line into correct packaging and place on skid. Verify with the work order that the skids are the pallet patterns meet customer specifications. Communicate with the line operator if the finished goods do not meet work order requirements. Maintain good housekeeping practices on assigned lines.

Qualifications

• Work safely while adhering to established safety procedures
• Comply with Quality Management Systems by following established procedures, performing quality checks and ensuring adherence to quality standards
• Be present during scheduled work hours and attend all required meetings
• Maintain excellent standards for housekeeping by keeping equipment and surrounding workspace clean and organized
• Assist Line Operators during job changes and PMs
• Ability to pull film until production is established
• Ability to transfer between lines as production requires
• Coordinate with Material Handler to ensure proper packaging materials are used and available according to customer expectations
• Package plastic product according to customer specification
• Ensure correct counts and amounts of product are in packaging
• Maintain paperwork as required
• Cut, bale, weigh and record scrap as required by facility
• Load cores into machine hoppers
• Communicate with line operators or shift supervisors regarding quality concerns
• Break relief for other associates assigned to other lines as directed
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to read work procedures in English
• Good communication skills
• Commitment to safety and quality
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Ability to multi-task
• Proven track record of excellent attendance
• Ability to read a measuring tape

Essential Functions

• Regular and Reliable Attendance
• Reading
• Writing
• Visual Acuity
• Ascend/Descend Stairways and Platforms with Heights of up to 50+ feet
• Standing for 12 hours
• Walking
• Bending
• Twisting
• Reaching
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Lifting/Carrying up to 30 pounds (higher weights require a two-person lift)
• Concentration