Packer I

Tegrant Alloyd Brands, Inc; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 21,991 - 31,321; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Tegrant Alloyd Brands, Inc is seeking a Packer I to support the finishing department by packaging products to specification. This role involves ensuring quality standards and maintaining a safe work environment while working in shifts from Monday through Thursday.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude and packing experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Comfortable handling complex issues and solving problems.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects safely.
• Ability to handle cases ranging from 8 to 45 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Package product to meet all specified requirements.
• Ensure all nonconforming material is segregated, properly identified, and stacked together.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Packing experience

Problem-solving

Ability to lift and move heavy objects

Ability to stand for 8+ hours

Job description

Position: Packer I

Location: Batavia

Wage: $19.35/hour (+$1.00 shift differential)

Shift: 1st Shift 4 AM–2 PM | 2nd Shift 2 PM–12 AM | Monday through Thursday (with some overtime on Fridays)

Summary Description

While reporting directly to the Shift Supervisor, this role supports the finishing department by packaging product to specification, assisting production flow, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring a safe and clean work environment. The responsibilities listed below are not exhaustive, and employees are expected to perform other duties assigned by management as needed.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Package product to meet all specified requirements
• Ensure all nonconforming material is segregated, properly identified, and stacked together
• Report all unidentified non-conformances
• Support Gluers as a packer/inspector
• Place stacks of cards into gluer feed tables and/or catch glued product and place into cases
• Interact and communicate positively with other departments
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, including completion of sweep sheets at the end of each shift
• Follow all safety and operational procedures

We’d Love to Hear From You

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• At least 6 months of packing experience preferred
• Comfortable handling complex issues and solving problems
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects safely
• Ability to place cards into corrugated boxes (approximately 1 to 2 pounds per card)
• Ability to push at chest height (8 to 45 pounds)
• Ability to pull at waist height (5 to 10 pounds)
• Ability to reach/stretch 20 inches while holding approximately 5 pounds
• Ability to handle cases ranging from 8 to 45 pounds depending on size and quantity
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours per day
• Ability to work in indoor manufacturing conditions including heat, humidity, and production noise

Physical Work Environment

Indoor manufacturing environment. Summer temperatures can reach up to 100°F. Exposure to humidity. Noise from production machinery (below 85 DSP).

Benefits

At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.