A&P Packer

At Schaefer Plastics, we manufacture industry-leading solutions and drive responsible practices towards a sustainable future for generations to come. As a family-owned company since 1937, we are deeply committed to delivering exceptional customer care through high-quality, innovative waste and packaging solutions. Our customers and their satisfaction are paramount to our business; we strive to understand their needs and exceed their expectations at every turn. We are a global injection molding manufacturer, producing durable waste and recycling carts, and pioneering reusable packaging systems that reduce carbon footprints. Our dynamic and inclusive culture fosters personal and professional growth, making us an ideal employer for career advancement.

Position Overview:

The Assembly & Packaging Packer is responsible for properly assembling, preparing, and boxing a variety of plastic products, including tubs, totes, and waste containers.

Essential Functions:

• Imprint and/or assemble the product as the order specifies
• Monitor the production process and notify the coordinator of any non-conformities
• Perform all documentation and product control functions as instructed
• Maintain a clean and safe workstation
• Remove all components from the workstation area that are not related to the current work order being processed.
• Wear the required PPE (safety)
• Perform special projects and/or duties as assigned
• Assist in the training of new employees
• Work additional hours or days when necessary
• Successfully complete the training program
• Use the work center design to pack the appropriate number of components correctly
• Affix the orange tag to each stack of carts, identifying the work order number, date, packer, and customer
• Assist in the first piece inspection process when necessary
• Answer phone
• Other duties or assignments as directed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Three months of previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• prior injection molding experience is helpful

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Ability to maintain a work pace equal to the machine cycle

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment where there is exposure to noise and moving mechanical parts
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, and/or feel objects, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, talk, see, and hear
• Ability to push, pull, lift, carry, or otherwise move up to 50 lbs. occasionally and up to 25 lbs. frequently
• Ability to roll up to 450 lbs

Schaefer Plastics is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, religion, gender or gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicant Privacy Notice: Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC collects and uses the information you provide to evaluate your qualifications, communicate with you, and manage the recruiting and hiring process. Your information will be shared only with individuals involved in hiring decisions and handled in accordance with applicable privacy, data protection, and record retention requirements. Please do not submit sensitive personal information (such as Social Security numbers, banking information, medical records, or copies of identification) unless specifically requested during the hiring process. Questions regarding applicant data may be directed to Human Resources.