Quality Control Packaging Technician

Central Garden & Pet Company; Monroe (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pet and garden industries seeks a Quality Control Packaging Technician to ensure products are properly packaged and meet quality standards. Your role will involve inspecting products, maintaining quality records, and collaborating with teams to enhance efficiency and quality control, coupled with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Free Life and Disability Insurance

401k with 3% company match

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Employee Assistance Program

Access to free online courses

Education Assistance

Referral Program with cash bonus

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
• Strong understanding of quality control standards and testing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Examine packaged products for quality standards.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections and testing results.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical skills

Communication skills

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in quality control

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Quality Control Packaging Technician will play a critical role in ensuring products are packaged correctly and meet quality standards before they are shipped to customers. The primary objective of the QC Packaging Technician is to identify and rectify defects or deviations from established quality criteria to maintain high product quality.

This position is being offered on the following shifts: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

MEASURES OF SUCCESS:

• Examine packaged products to ensure they meet specific quality standards, including weight, dimensions, appearance, and labeling.
• Ensure that all packaging materials and processes comply with relevant industry regulations and standards, such as FDA regulations for food packaging or ASTM standards for materials.
• Keep detailed records of inspections, testing results, and any deviations from the quality standards up-to-date and maintained.
• Reject all products and materials that fail to meet quality expectations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and suggestions on changes to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Investigate the root causes of quality issues, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and recommend corrective and preventive actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Maintain open and effective communication with production staff, quality assurance teams, and management to ensure everyone is aligned on quality goals and expectations.
• Prioritize safety in the manufacturing environment, ensuring that quality control activities are carried out safely and in accordance with safety protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Certification in quality control is preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
• Good math, technical, and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of quality control standards and testing techniques.

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay
• Paid parental leave

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2022 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry~Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central Garden & Pet is based in Walnut Creek, California and has over 7,000 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.