Inspector Packer I (1st/2nd/3rd)

Tunceli Projects; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tunceli Projects in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking an Inspector Packer I to support our packaging and QC processes. You will pull preforms and bottles from conveyors, inspect them against specifications, and package items per instructions.

This full-time, non-exempt role requires attention to detail, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and teamwork with colleagues. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required; training is provided in safety and GMP policies.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to work effectively in a team as well as individually.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Remove preforms from a box and place on a conveyor per work instructions.
• Remove plastic bottles/jars from conveyor belt, inspecting them per quality specifications.
• Follow safety policies.
• Follow GMP policies & guidelines.
• Pack plastic bottles/jars per packaging specifications posted at work center.
• Communicate any issues or quality concerns to coworkers, Lead or shift change coworkers.
• Interact with production equipment; start/stop equipment as trained, clear machine jams as trained.
• Assist in documenting quality or machine downtime data.
• Form boxes & trays by hand; operate box making machinery.
• Ensure defects are separated and placed into proper categories.
• Perform machine cleaning and sanitation as required.
• Perform housekeeping duties at work center or as directed.
• Follow VPET's Quality Management system and procedures.
• Any other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Read English

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Independent work

Overtime availability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Inspector Packer I

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports to: Lead or Supervisor

Job Description Overview:

The Inspector Packer I will be responsible for pulling plastic items (preforms) from a box and placing on the conveyor and/or pulling product i.e., bottles and jars from a conveyor belt, inspecting per QC specifications and packaging them per packaging specifications.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Remove plastic (preforms) from a box, inspecting them per quality specifications and placing them on a conveyor per work instructions.
• Remove plastic bottles/jars from conveyor belt, inspecting them per Quality specifications
• Follows all safety policies
• Follows GMP policies & guidelines
• Packing plastic bottles/jars per packaging specifications posted at work center.
• Communicate any issues or quality concerns related to the product to co-workers, Lead or shift change co-workers
• Interacts with production equipment; starts & stops equipment as trained, clears machine jams as trained
• Assists in the documentation of quality or machine downtime data
• Forms boxes & trays by hand as needed; operates box making machinery
• Ensures defects are separated and placed into proper categories
• Performs machine cleaning and sanitation as required
• Perform housekeeping duties at work center or as directed by the Lead, Supervisor and/or Manager.
• Follow VPET's Quality Management system including procedures and work instructions.
• Any other tasks as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Other skills and abilities:

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to work effectively in a team as well as individually
• Attention to detail i.e., ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work scheduled shift to include overtime and weekends as required.
• Must be committed to the success of the entire organization

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• May be required to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to push, pull, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crawl.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motions such as reaching and grasping.
• Work environment is in a warehouse and temperatures inside vary between hot or cold based on the outside conditions.
• This is a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities.

Competitive Benefits:

• Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium.
• 401k plan, Employer contributes 3%, up to 5%.
• Company offers vacation and sick pay.
• Holiday Pay: Eight (8) paid holidays per year.
• Basic Life Insurance Paid (25K policy).

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.