Inspector Packer II / Backup Lead (Nights)

VPET USA, LLC; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Vacation and sick pay

Holiday Pay

Basic Life Insurance

Job summary

VPET USA, LLC is seeking an Inspector Packer II for our Greer, SC facility. The role involves pulling preforms and finished bottles/jars from conveyors, inspecting to QC specifications, and packaging per guidelines.

You will support machine operation, perform basic sanitation, and assist with downtime documentation. The position requires reading/writing in English, the ability to work independently or in a team, and a willingness to train new hires.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Able to work with minimal supervision and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Pull preforms from a box and place on conveyor per work instructions.
• Inspect bottles/jars from conveyor according to QC specs.
• Pack items per packaging specs and wrap pallets as required.
• Train new hires and fill in for Production Lead roles as needed.
• Assist in machine setup, cleaning, and downtime documentation.
• Follow safety policies and VPET Quality Management system.

Skills

Reading & writing

Team player

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Inspector Packer II/BUL 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 and assisting in some responsibilities as a material handler.

• 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
• Capable of preforming all Inspector Packer I and Inspector Packer II duties
• Follows all safety policies
• 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 & machine downtime
• 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 and/or Manager.
• Follow VPET's Quality Management system including procedures and work instructions.
• Wrap pallet with stretch wrapper machine.
• Utilization of Bander gun.
• Scan finish goods.
• Full understanding of paperwork for finish goods.
• Be able to properly train new hired employees.
• Fill-in for Production Lead roles.
• Must be able to have basic understanding of production reports (Batch reading, Batch closing, Returning of material in inventory).

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:

Requirements include, but are not limited to:

• 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.
• Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium.
• 401k plan, Employer contributes 3%, up to 4%.
• 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/ Affidantive Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.