General Production Worker (Night Shift)

Huhtamaki, Inc.; Batavia Township (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Huhtamaki, Inc. in Batavia Township, Ohio is seeking individuals to inspect and pack components and finished products into shipping cases. The position requires accuracy in product counts, labeling, and the proper loading of products onto pallets.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to communicate effectively. Physical demands include prolonged standing and the ability to lift heavy items. A commitment to safety and quality is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Requires prolonged standing (90%) and occasional walking (10%).
• Lift up to 30 lbs. regularly and carry more than 40 lbs. occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Pack product accurately into shipping cases.
• Inspect products for quality issues during the packing process.
• Operate material handling equipment.

Skills

Ability to read and communicate effectively

Near/far acuity and color vision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Inspects and packs components (bottoms, sidewalls or covers) and completed product into shipping cases. Ensures accurate counts, correct product labeling, and safe loading of product onto shipping pallets.

Essential Functions

• Observe all Huhtamaki safety rules and use safe working methods and procedures at all times to avoid injury, injury to co‑workers, or damage to company property.
• Perform job requirements safely, within specified or shortest time possible, at lowest cost and with minimum waste.
• Pack product into cases insuring accurate quantity and quality.
• Erect cartons and make labels.
• Clear jams using safe work procedures.
• Inspect product throughout packing process; recognize product quality issues and report to Supervisor or Team Leader.
• Interpret shop packet details and instructions.
• Provide relief for other production packers.
• Operate material handling equipment.
• Apply SPC procedures.
• Provide machine operator and/or team leader data for periodic maintenance work.
• Participate in SQF housekeeping and food safety programs.
• Provide plant housekeeping support.

Job Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:
  • Basic educational level background normally acquired through the completion of high school level programs leading to a diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to read, understand and comprehend written or oral instruction and to communicate effectively with others.
  • Near/far acuity and color vision.
  • Must be able to work with little supervision.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Employee works in a manufacturing environment.
  • Individual will work a set schedule including regular weekend work.
  • Requires prolonged standing (90%) with occasional walking (10%).
  • Requires twisting at waist, bending/stooping, squatting/kneeling.
  • Incumbent will lift up to 30 lbs. on a regular basis and lift/carry more than 40 lbs. occasionally.
  • Requires reaching at, above and below shoulder level.