Packer / Catcher – Entry Level

Eagle Flexible Packaging; Illinois; On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Vacation/PTO

Sick Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading flexible packaging company in Illinois seeks Packer/Catchers responsible for packing at the end of the production line. Candidates must have good counting skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Starting pay is $17 per hour for the 1st shift, and $18 per hour for the 2nd and 3rd shifts, including shift differential. Benefits include medical insurance, 401K, and vacation time.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and review all paper instructions and labeling requirements.
• Required to transfer up to 10-25 pound cases to pallets frequently.
• Required to stand for 8 hour shift and move about within the work areas.

Responsibilities

• Pack at the end of the production line.
• Ensure the packaging line runs productively following all SOPs.
• Monitor product from the line for accuracy.

Skills

Good counting skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Packer/Catchersare responsible for packing at the end of the production line as well as helping in the cleaning and set-up of the line in our safe and clean flexible packaging manufacturing environment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Comply with company policies and procedures and maintain regular work attendance.
• Ensure that the packaging line runs productively following all Packaging Operations SOPs and GMPs.
• Take personal responsibility for following safety rules, SOPs and GMP guidelines.
• Complete appropriate paperwork.
• Monitor product from the line for accuracy and ensure proper packing procedures are utilized for shipment.
• Catch all pouches from machine, inspecting each pouch for proper order and color.
• Continually check for printing, cutting and packaging defects on all pouches.
• Report any quality issues or equipment defects to the line operator.
• Form boxes and apply labels to cases maintaining accurate count.
• Ensure accurate quantities are packed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.
• Perform general cleaning, organization and housekeeping around machine during line changes and machine down time.
• Participate in off-line sorting and/or reworking of product as necessary.
• May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Ensure that all company food safety and quality assurance procedures are followed at all times. Escalate any issues/concerns to management.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Good counting skills / excellent attention to detail.
• Must be able to read and review all paper instructions and labeling requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Required to transfer up to 10-25 pound cases to pallets frequently.
• Required to stand for 8 hour shift and move about within the work areas.

Pay: Starting pay is $17 per hour for 1st shift and $18 per hour for 2nd and 3rd shift, including shift differential.

Flex Your Potential with Eagle!We are committed to supporting our employees’ career growth and aspirations and providefull-timeteam members with the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance– On the first of month following 60 days of employment, employees can choose from 1 PPO/HRA plan and 2 PPO/HSA plans all provided by BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois.
• HRA / HSA Contributions– Participants in the employer-provided medical insurance program will receive funds from Eagle for either their HRA (for PPO/HRA enrollees) or HSA (for PPO/HSA enrollees). The annual amount provided to each participant is based on one’s enrollment tier per the following schedule: $1,500.00 for Employee Only coverage, $3,000.00 for Employee + Spouse or Employee + Child(ren), and $4,500.00 for Family coverage.
• Dental Insurance– On the first of month following 60 days of employment, employees can enroll in dental insurance provided by BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois.
• Vision Insurance– On the first of month following 60 days of employment, employees can enroll in this voluntary benefit through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois.
• 401K Plan– Plan entry date is the first of the month following 6 months of service. Eagle provides its employees with a 100% match up to 1% and 50% match up to 6%.
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability– The Short-Term Disability premium is 100% paid by Eagle.
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability– The Long-Term Disability premium is 100% paid by Eagle.
• Life Insurance– The Basic Life premium is 100% paid by Eagle and is a flat $20,000 benefit for all FT, benefit eligible employees. Employees have the option to purchase additional voluntary life insurance for self, spouse, and dependent children.
• Vacation/PTO –The amount of vacation/paid time off (PTO) employees receive each year starts at 80 hours (2 weeks) each year, which accrues at a rate of 1.538 hours per week, and increases with the length of employment.
• 8 Company Paid Holidays– Eligible after 60 days of employment.
• Sick Leave– Eligible for paid sick days at the rate of 3 days (24 hours) per year after 6 months of service (prorated for per the calendar year).
• Tuition Reimbursement– Following 6 months of employment, employees are eligible for reimbursement for courses, certifications, and training programs that support their Eagle careers.

Part-timeteam members are provided with the following benefits:

• Vacation/PTO – Eligible to earn 1 hour of vacation/PTO for every 40 hours worked up to a maximum of 40 hours of vacation/PTO.
• 401K Plan– Plan entry date is the first of the month following 6 months of service. Eagle provides its employees with a 100% match up to 1% and 50% match up to 6%.

Eagle Flexible Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer