Production Packer Laborer

Sun-Chemical; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit increases

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short and long term disability

Job summary

Sun Chemical is seeking a Packer/Laborer for its Indiana facility, reporting to the Production Supervisor. The role involves monitoring and operating highly automated production equipment, safely handling 25 kg bags, and supporting various production tasks throughout the shift.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently. The position requires up to 55 lbs lifting and standing for long periods, with 12-hour day or night shifts

Qualifications

• Requires ability to work safely and follow plant rules.
• Requires mechanical aptitude and ability to work independently.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual and automated production equipment.
• Pack 25 kg (55 lbs) bags up to 600 per 12-hour shift.
• Monitor equipment and report deficiencies to supervisor.
• Assist with ancillary processes (presses, bag filters, refeed).
• Clean equipment during process changes and between batches.
• Label product bags to ensure traceability.
• Fill out paperwork recording process information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Requisition ID7171-Posted09/30/2026-On-Site

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries.Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries.Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter

POSITION SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

Under the direct supervision of the Production Supervisor, the Packer/Laborer is responsible for monitoring and operating manual and highly automated production equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Working safely, following all plant rules, reporting all near misses and unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Keeping work areas clean and organized.
• Monitoring equipment condition and communicating any deficiencies to supervisor.
• Packing 25 kg (55 lbs.) bags (up to 600 in a 12-hour period)
• Assisting with ancillary processes (such as presses, bag filters, refeed, etc.)
• Cleaning out equipment during process changes and between batches as needed.
• Assisting Production Supervisor and Dry and Wet End Operators as needed.
• Taking samples of product throughout the whole process, and maintaining sample identification.
• Proper labeling of product bags to ensure product traceability throughout the process.
• Accurately filling out necessary paperwork to record process information.
• Completes any and all other duties, as required or assigned.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent lifting (34-66% of the day)
• Must be able to lift up to 55lbs.
• Constant standing (66-100% of the day)
• Frequent overhead reaching (34-66% of the day)
• Constant use of upper extremities, i.e. hands and arms (67-100% of the day)

Special Considerations:

• Ability to safely operate forklifts.
• Ability to negotiate on grated floors up to three stories high.
• 12-hour day or night shift, ability to work a variety of shifts is a must.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, or pass a pre-employment screening assessment.
• Mechanical ability is helpful.
• Ability to work independently.

BENEFITS

• merit increases
• paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• medical
• dental
• vision
• short and long term disability benefits
• 401(k)+match
• life insurance
• Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.