Production Packaging Associate

Altium Packaging; Argos (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan with company contributions

Job summary

Altium Packaging is seeking a Production Packaging Associate in Argos, Indiana. This entry-level position involves proper packaging of materials and finished products while ensuring adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices.

The role requires basic mathematical and computer skills, with a preference for a high school diploma or GED. The work environment is dynamic and requires safety practices due to exposure to mechanical parts and noise.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision plans, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates safe work practices and adheres to safety policies.
• Monitors conveyor belts and clears bottle jams from lines.
• Inspects the quality of bottles during production and packaging.
• Ensures efficient setup and organization of workstations.

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Basic computer experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Location Address:

300 Dewey Street, Argos, Indiana 46501

Work Shift:

8hr-2nd Shift (United States of America)

The Production Packaging Associate is an entry level position, responsible for proper packaging of materials and finished products. This position will also load, move material, and operate packaging equipment. The Production Packaging Associate will also be required to follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates safe work practices by wearing correct PPE and following safety policies.
• Demonstrates punctuality and adheres to work schedule.
• Demonstrates a Teamwork attitude by working well and effectively with others.
• Adheres to company General Manufacturing Policies.
• Keeps the work area neat, clean, and organized.
• Monitor conveyor belts and clear bottle jams from lines.
• Pick up dropped bottles from production floor and place into designated bins.
• Place discarded bottles into grinder, if applicable.
• Inspects the quality of bottles during production, packaging, and labeling.
• Performs bottle inspections, such as drop tests for designated lines.
• Immediately escalates all bottle abnormalities, defects and quality issues when found.
• Monitor supply levels of packaging materials and replenish as needed.
• Ensure correct labeling, bottle description and packaging of product in accordance with specific customer requirements.
• Move finished goods to designated area.
• Ensure efficient set up and organization of workstations. Maintain inventory levels and restock supplies as needed to facilitate smooth transitions between shifts
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Duties may differentiate by plant based on equipment and plant design.
• Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are minimum requirements for the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, unless such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the Company.

Experience

• Basic mathematical skills are required.
• Basic computer experience.

Education

• Prefer High School diploma or general education degree (GED).

Training

• Completion of Altium Production/Packaging Associate I, training within 90 days of hire date.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job unless such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the Company. While performing, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach out, over and below with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and or crawl. The employee frequently is required to lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts in a production environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Temperatures inside the plant can fluctuate between hot and cold according to seasonal changes. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in the production department and other designated areas.

Benefits

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.