Production Packaging Associate

Altium Packaging; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 23,253 - 29,742; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Company holidays and vacation days

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan with company contributions

Bonus potential

Job summary

Altium Packaging is looking for a Production Packaging Associate in Harvard, Illinois. This entry-level position involves the safe and efficient packaging of materials and finished products. Responsibilities include monitoring production lines, maintaining a clean workspace, and following Good Manufacturing Practices. Basic mathematical and computer skills are needed, along with a preference for a high school diploma or GED. The role requires physical stamina and offers a targeted pay range of $16.88 - $21.59, along with multiple benefits like medical plans and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand, walk, lift, and move up to 50 pounds.
• Completion of Altium Production/Packaging Associate I training within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates safe work practices by wearing correct PPE.
• Inspects the quality of bottles during production.
• Moves finished goods to designated area.

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Basic computer experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Location Address: 875 W Diggins Street, Harvard, Illinois 60033

Work Shift: 12hr-C 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

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.

Targeted Pay Range

$16.88 - $21.59

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans.
• Company holidays and vacation days.
• Tuition reimbursement, learning and training opportunities.
• Bonus potential.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions.
• Rewarding programs and opportunities to make a difference in the community.

EEO Statement

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.