Inspector Packer I (1st, 2nd, 3rd Shift)

Job Description Overview:

The Inspector Packer I will be responsible for pulling plastic items (preforms) from a box and placing on the conveyor and/or pulling product i.e., bottles and jars from a conveyor belt, inspecting per QC specifications and packaging them per packaging specifications.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Remove plastic (preforms) from a box, inspecting them per quality specifications and placing them on a conveyor per work instructions.

• Remove plastic bottles/jars from conveyor belt, inspecting them per Quality specifications

• Follows all safety policies

• Follows GMP policies & guidelines

• Packing plastic bottles/jars per packaging specifications posted at work center.

• Communicate any issues or quality concerns related to the product to co-workers, Lead or shift change co-workers

• Interacts with production equipment; starts & stops equipment as trained, clears machine jams as trained

• Assists in the documentation of quality or machine downtime data

• Forms boxes & trays by hand as needed; operates box making machinery

• Ensures defects are separated and placed into proper categories

• Performs machine cleaning and sanitation as required

• Perform housekeeping duties at work center or as directed by the Lead, Supervisor and/or Manager.

• Follow VPET's Quality Management system including procedures and work instructions.

• Any other tasks as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Other skills and abilities:

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English preferred

• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

• Able to work effectively in a team as well as individually

• Attention to detail i.e., ability to follow verbal and written instructions

• Ability to work scheduled shift to include overtime and weekends as required.

• Must be committed to the success of the entire organization

Physical Requirements:

Requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Must be able to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.

• May be required to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

• Must be able to push, pull, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crawl.

• Must be able to perform repetitive motions such as reaching and grasping.

• Work environment is in a warehouse and temperatures inside vary between hot or cold based on the outside conditions.

• This is a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities.

Competitive Benefits:

• Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium.

• 401k plan, Employer contributes 3%, up to 5%.

• Company offers vacation and sick pay.

• Holiday Pay: Eight (8) paid holidays per year.

• Basic Life Insurance Paid (25K policy).

We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.