Packer- B Shift

ccc; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Altium Packaging in Sparta, Tennessee is seeking a Warehouse/Packaging Associate to operate packing lines, assemble boxes, inspect product, label and prepare shipments. This 12hr shift role requires attention to safety, quality and efficiency on a fast-paced production floor.

You will stand long shifts, lift up to 45 lbs, use a tape gun and follow PPE requirements. The position offers overtime potential and a strong team-oriented environment focusing on reliable, safe packaging operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate packing machinery safely and efficiently.
• Adherence to PPE requirements and safety protocols.
• Capable of selecting box sizes and assembling boxes correctly.
• Ability to align and stack boxes on conveyors and skids.
• Able to perform quality checks and report defects.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate packing machinery and use PPE as required.
• Assemble boxes, apply liners and caps per the order.
• Label finished boxes and place on cooling/finish skids.
• Conduct random product inspections and report defects.
• Maintain proper stacking, spacing and safety around conveyors.

Skills

Machinery operation

PPE compliance

Box assembly

Quality inspection

Labeling

Conveyor system

Skid staging

Communication

Tools

Tape gun

Label machinery

Job description

Location Address:

600 Vista Drive, Sparta, Tennessee 38583

Work Shift:

12hr-B Shift (United States of America)

Responsible for assembling boxes and properly aligning them on packing machine to be filled with product. Also responsible for inspecting, labeling, sealing and stacking boxes on skids in preparation for product to be shipped.

Essential Functions:

• Safely handle and operate any machinery, tools or equipment used.
• Ensure proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) at all times.
• Must be capable of selecting appropriate size boxes for running product, and assemble boxes with provided tape gun.
• Ability to properly align 6-9 assembled boxes at the machine, without blocking aisles or exits.
• Establish if order requires caps or not. If order requires caps, liner is to be folded over bottles and caps inserted at the top of filled box of product. If no caps required to ship order, insert liner into box so liner can be folder over bottles prior to sealing. Boxes are then placed on a conveyor.
• Once boxes reach the end of conveyor, product must be random sampled to check for visible defects. If any defect is found, it is to be reported immediately to your supervisor.
• After inspection, fold liner over product to avoid contamination.
• Retrieve label from label machinery and place on completed box. Proper placement and fitting is required.
• Labeled boxes are to be placed on cooling skids for approx. 60 minutes before stacking on finish skid. 6-12 boxes may be cooling at any one time.
• After cooling is complete, seal box with tape gun and stack on to finished skid. Labels are to be visible. There are certain stacking requirements that must be followed.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to off smells (heated plastic, chemical fumes, and airborne particles), elevated noise levels, and warmer or cooler than normal temperatures. Proper use of PPE is required at all times. Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. Employee could be exposed to seasonal weather conditions if required to go outdoors. Proper use of PPE is required at all times.

Physical Demands:

• Remain stationary extended periods of time
• Move around production floor
• Communicate with subordinates
• Position self to ground level as needed
• Stand on feet for 8-11.5 hours per day, minimum of 5 days per week, some mandatory overtime requirement of 6 days per week.
• Move, adjust, and position anywhere from 10 to 45 lbs.
• Identify, recognize and assess documents, machinery and more

Altium Packaging, Our Culture Differentiates Us!

We incorporate our Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization and use them as a framework for decision-making. We believe our Guiding Principles foster a culture of excellence that benefits both employees and customers.

Our Guiding Principles:

• Act with Integrity & in Compliance
• Drive Value Creation
• Be Disciplined Entrepreneurs
• Focus on the Customer
• Act with Humility
• Treat others with Dignity and Respect
• Seeking Fulfillment in your Work

We Believe in Rewarding our Most Important Resource - Our People!

We show our commitment to Total Rewards by providing a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. In addition to medical, dental and vision plans, company holidays and vacation days, tuition reimbursement, learning and training opportunities, bonus potential, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions, Altium Packaging locations offer rewards and recognition programs and opportunities to make a difference in the community.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Take your career to the next level at Altium Packaging!