Lead Packer- 1st, 2nd, & 3rd shift

Sika AG; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Generous Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off, paid holidays

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Education Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Program & More!

Job summary

Sika is seeking a Quality Inspector to join our manufacturing team. You will be responsible for stopping production to address quality issues, perform inspections, and ensure finished products meet specifications.

The role requires collaboration with line operators and training new staff while maintaining safety and quality standards. Shifts include 1st, 2nd, and 3rd with overtime on Saturdays or Fridays as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably with quality inspection and product measurement.
• Basic knowledge of quality control procedures and inspection techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Basic computer skills and ability to maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organization skills.
• Ability to work in a team and support daily production activities.

Responsibilities

• Have the responsibility and authority to stop production to correct quality problems.
• Perform required quality testing and identify out-of-spec conditions; notify supervisor of adjustments.
• Inspect finished goods to verify compliance with quality standards, including weight, thickness, and dimensions.
• Perform and document first and last piece inspections as required.
• Print, verify, and apply finished goods labels to containers.
• Assist production line operators in identifying and resolving quality issues.
• Coordinate daily activities of production helpers to ensure safe, efficient work.
• Monitor production activities to support adherence to schedules.
• Assist with training new production employees on SOPs, WI, and safety.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025.

Job Description

What We Are Looking For!

Shift hours - 1st shift 6:00am-2:30pm, Monday - Friday with overtime on Saturdays; 2nd shift 2:00pm-10:30pm, Monday - Friday with overtime on Saturdays; 3rd shift 10:00pm - 6:30am, Sunday - Thursday with overtime on Friday nights.

• Have the responsibility and authority to stop production to correct quality problems.
• Perform required quality testing, identifyout-of-spec conditions, and notify the Press Operator of any necessary adjustments or corrections.
• Inspectfinished goods to verify compliance with quality standards, includingpart weight, thickness, anddimensions in accordance with Pack-Cat specifications.
• Perform and documentfirst and last piece inspections as required.
• Print, verify, and apply finished goods (FG) labels to packaged product containers.
• Assist productionline operators in identifying and resolving quality related issues.
• Assistin coordinating the daily activities of production helpers toensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Monitor production activities to support adherence to established production schedules.
• Assist with training new production employeeson job responsibilities, standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions (WIs), quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Perform Press Operator duties as needed when qualified and authorized.
• Maintain accurate daily production records and submit completed production log sheets to the Supervisor.
• Ability to lift up to 50 poundsand safely climb ladders as required to perform job duties.
• Comply with all company policies, safety regulations, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions (WIs).
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

What Will You Bring!

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably involving quality inspection and product measurement.
• Basic knowledge of quality control procedures and inspection techniques.
• Basic mathematical skills and the ability to accurately measure and verify specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Basic computer skills, including the abilityto enter and maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organization skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and support daily production activities.
• Ability to assist with training an guiding production employees while promoting safety, quality, and productivity.

Additional Information

• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well‑being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.