Packaging & Process Specialist - Chemical Manufacturing

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Packaging/Process Support Technician for a contract role to assist in manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of specialty chemical products.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with at least 2 years in manufacturing, including forklift operation, PPE use, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and accurate shipping documentation.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing; chemical manufacturing preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and co-workers.
• Highly motivated team player able to work at a fast pace.
• Required to climb ladders if needed.
• Work outside in all weather conditions.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Wear PPE including full-face air-purifying respirator.
• Drive a forklift truck.
• Dedication to SMART.
• Ability to collaborate with other departments, working as a team to achieve a common goal.

Responsibilities

• Support the production of all products by organizing and facilitating the flow of packaged materials into, within and out of the plant.
• Off-load incoming packaged materials and load finished packaged product onto an outside carrier’s vehicle.
• Housekeeping, inspection and organization of plant storage areas.
• Preparation of all required shipping paperwork.
• Inspection of delivery paperwork.
• Final inspection and verification of orders leaving the facility.
• Ensure product being shipped is packaged properly and adequately for safe transportation and that FIFO inventory practice is followed unless specific instruction not to, documented.
• Inspect outgoing goods to ensure labeling is accurate and complete; containers are clean; bungs tightened; forklift operations to move materials.
• Palletize or stage orders; ensure storage of raw materials and finished goods is organized and labeled.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory; rotate stock for FIFO; maintain warehouse organization.
• Package off tankers into drums or totes.
• Ensure safe unloading of bulk, vans, and trailers for shipments; accuracy of shipping documents in SAP.

Skills

Effective communication

Team player

Climb ladders

Outdoor work

Lift 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

Work fast-paced

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift truck

SAP

Job description

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Packaging/Process Support Technician for a contract role to assist in manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of specialty chemical products.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with at least 2 years in manufacturing, including forklift operation, PPE use, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and accurate shipping documentation.