Inspector Packer I (1st, 2nd, 3rd Shift)

Tunceli Projects; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance

401k plan with employer contribution

Vacation and sick pay

Eight paid holidays per year

Basic Life Insurance Paid

Job summary

Tunceli Projects is seeking a Packer in Lockport, Illinois. The role requires pulling and packing plastic items, inspecting quality, and adhering to safety protocols. Candidates should ideally have a High School diploma and be able to communicate effectively in English. This position offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401k plan. The work environment is fast-paced and requires physical stamina and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and individually.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be committed to the success of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Pull plastic items from boxes and place them on the conveyor.
• Inspect products per quality specifications.
• Pack plastic bottles and jars according to packaging specifications.
• Communicate quality concerns to relevant staff.
• Assist in the documentation of downtime data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Teamwork

Minimal supervision

Communication in English

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Packer 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.

Responsibilities

• Follows all safety policies
• Follows GMP policies & guidelines
• 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
• 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 preferred
• 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).