Packer I (1st, 2nd, 3rd Shift)

VPET USA, LLC; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Packer I for various shifts in Romeoville, IL. Responsibilities include inspecting and packaging plastic items while ensuring quality standards. Ideal candidates should be able to work in fast-paced environments and possess a commitment to teamwork and quality.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan with employer contribution

Vacation and sick pay

Holiday pay for 8 holidays per year

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Pull plastic items from boxes and place on conveyors.
• Inspect products per quality specifications.
• Pack bottles and jars according to packaging standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position:Packer I (1st, 2nd, 3rd Shift)

Location: Romeoville, IL

Job Id:750

# of Openings:0

Job Description Overview:

The Packer will be responsible for pulling plastic items (preforms) from a box and placing on the conveyor and/or pulling product i.e., bottles and jars from a conveyor belt, inspecting per QC specifications and packaging them per packaging specifications.

• Follows all safety policies
• Remove plastic (preforms) from a box, inspecting them per quality specifications and placing them on a conveyor per work instructions.
• Remove plastic bottles/jars from conveyor belt, inspecting them per Quality specifications
• Packing plastic bottles/jars per packaging specifications posted at work center.
• Communicate any issues or quality concerns related to the product to co-workers, Lead or shift change co-workers
• Interacts with production equipment; starts & stops equipment as trained, clears machine jams as trained
• Assists in the documentation of quality or machine downtime data
• Forms boxes & trays by hand as needed; operates box making machinery
• Ensures defects are separated and placed into proper categories
• Performs machine cleaning and sanitation as required
• Perform housekeeping duties at work center or as directed by the Lead, Supervisor and/or Manager.
• Follow VPET's Quality Management system including procedures and work instructions.
• Any other tasks as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Other skills and abilities:

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English preferred
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to work effectively in a team as well as individually
• Attention to detail i.e., ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work scheduled shift to include overtime and weekends as required.
• Must be committed to the success of the entire organization

Physical Requirements:

Requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Must be able to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• May be required to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to push, pull, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crawl.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motions such as reaching and grasping.
• Work environment is in a warehouse and temperatures inside vary between hot or cold based on the outside conditions.
• This is a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities.
• Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium.
• 401k plan, Employer contributes 3%, up to 5%.
• Company offers vacation and sick pay.
• Holiday Pay: Eight (8) paid holidays per year.