Packer

Huhtamaki, Inc.; New Vienna (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Huhtamaki, Inc. is seeking a packer to accurately pack and inspect products in a manufacturing setting. The role requires following safety procedures and adhering to packaging specifications while supporting cleanliness and organized work areas.

The position involves rotating among packer stations, using tablets for documentation, and collaborating with team members to meet production goals. A high school diploma and ability to lift weight are needed, with overtime as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 40 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to use tablets and computers to complete production, quality, safety documentation.
• Ability to work overtime as needed to meet customer and business requirements.

Responsibilities

• Packs quality products into cartons and on pallets according to established specifications.
• Inspects products on a regular basis to ensure quality standards.
• Assists with operation, monitoring, and cleaning of automated parts-handling equipment.
• Prepares, verifies, and applies labels accurately, ensuring information is complete and correct.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reading/writing instructions

Tablet/PC literacy

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki. You could be part of our vision. Because it’s our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It’s every one of us working together. We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.

Job Summary

Responsible for accurately packing and inspecting all products. Ensure that Production area meets Huhtamaki housekeeping requirements. This responsibility is to be exercised within the scope of all company policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Performs all work in a safe manner and follows established safety procedures.
• Complies with all company and plant safety, quality, and food safety requirements.
• Packs quality products into cartons and on pallets according to established specifications.
• Loads end boards onto molding machines as needed.
• Rotates among all assigned packer positions and work areas as required by production needs.
• Inspects products on a regular basis to ensure compliance with quality standards and promptly reports concerns.
• Assists with the operation, monitoring, and cleaning of automated parts-handling equipment.
• Prepares, verifies, and applies labels accurately, ensuring all required information is complete and correct.
• Follows all packaging specifications, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Completes required production, quality, safety, and inventory documentation accurately, including electronic records using tablets and computers.
• Works collaboratively with team members and other departments to achieve production objectives.
• Communicates safety, quality, equipment, and production concerns effectively to supervisors and team members.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area through regular housekeeping activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to work safely and follow all company safety and Food Safe procedures.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis and up to 40 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions.
• Ability to learn, retain, and accurately identify product part numbers and distinguish among various products.
• Ability to complete written documentation with legible handwriting.
• Ability to use tablets and computers to accurately complete production, quality, safety, and other required electronic documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and other personnel.
• Ability to work overtime as needed to meet customer and business requirements.

Environment

• Will work in a manufacturing environment.
• Individual will work a set schedule including regular weekend work.
• Requires prolonged standing (95%).
• Will pack and inspect products on various molding machines.
• Requires twisting at waist, bending/stooping, squatting/kneeling, climbing ladders and stairs and working on platforms at various heights up to 8’.
• Incumbent will lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis and up to 40 pounds occasionally.
• Requires reaching above, at and below shoulders.

Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet. Help us protect food, people and the planet We’re on a mission to be the first choice in sustainable packaging solutions so we can protect food, people and the planet. We need talented people like you to make that happen. We’re growing as a business which is opening up new roles and opportunities so it’s an exciting time to join us. We promise to offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported and make an impact, so we can all focus on the future together. Sounds like your sort of place? Your career, packaged with care.