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Job Title: Packer
Salary Status: DOE
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to:
Lead or Supervisor
Job Description Overview:
The Packer will be responsible for pulling plastic items (preforms) from a box and placing them on the conveyor, and/or pulling bottles and jars from a conveyor belt, inspecting them per QC specifications, and packaging them accordingly.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Follow all safety policies.
- Follow GMP policies & guidelines.
- Remove plastic preforms from boxes, inspect per quality specifications, and place on conveyor as instructed.
- Remove bottles/jars from conveyor, inspect per quality specifications.
- Pack bottles/jars according to packaging specifications at the work center.
- Communicate issues or quality concerns to co-workers, Lead, or shift change team.
- Operate production equipment; start & stop equipment as trained, clear jams.
- Assist in documenting quality or machine downtime data.
- Manually form boxes & trays; operate box-making machinery.
- Ensure defects are categorized and segregated properly.
- Perform machine cleaning and sanitation as required.
- Maintain housekeeping duties at the work center.
- Follow VPET's Quality Management system including procedures and work instructions.
- Perform any other tasks as assigned.
Education and/or Experience:
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Other skills and abilities:
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English preferred.
- Work effectively with minimal supervision.
- Work well in a team and individually.
- Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
- Work scheduled shifts, including overtime and weekends as required.
- Commitment to organizational success.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods.
- Lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
- Perform pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crawling.
- Perform repetitive motions like reaching and grasping.
- Work environment varies between hot and cold warehouse conditions.
- Fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
Competitive Benefits:
- Medical (HMO), dental, and vision insurance.
- 401k plan with employer contributions of 3%, up to 5%.
- Vacation and sick pay.
- Paid holidays (8 per year).
- Basic Life Insurance (25K policy).
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate based on veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.