Packer
- Beloit, WI, United States
$18.6 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $18.6 USD / hour
- Experience
- High School Diploma or GED and/or at least 1 year of production experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.
Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.
LOCATION: Beloit, Wisconsin BASE RATE PER HOUR: $18.60 Hours: 6:45 AM – 3:00 PM with overtime on an as needed basis based on business needs. Starting times and hours may vary depending on coverage due to report-offs and the production schedule especially during holidays. Good attendance and punctuality required.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE HISTORY HERE…
As a Packer, you will play an important role in getting finished product ready for our customers. You will work on a fast-paced production line, preparing packaging materials, inspecting finished products for quality, packing product into cartons or displays, and palletizing finished goods for shipment. Safety, quality, cleanliness, and teamwork are key parts of this role.
WHAT YOU WILL DO…
- Prepare cartons, trays, and displays for packing by folding, taping, sorting, labeling, and securing packaging materials.
- Inspect finished product and packaging for quality, including bag registration, code dates, pricing, seals, bags, and cases.
- Remove product that does not meet specifications and communicate packaging or quality concerns to the appropriate team member.
- Pack products into cartons or displays according to packaging specifications and verify that the correct labels are used.
- Tape and seal cartons as required.
- Stack cartons and trays on pallets or skids using the correct quantity and stacking pattern.
- Use a pallet jack, when applicable, to move finished goods weighing up to 300 lbs.
- Keep production areas clear of loose product, defective packaging, trash, and other debris.
- Assist with product rework as needed.
- Follow all safety, hygiene, housekeeping, and personal protective equipment requirements.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S standards.
- Keep aisles and exits clear and store packaging supplies in designated areas.
- Follow safe lifting and carrying practices for materials of various sizes, shapes, and weights.
- Complete sanitation activities as directed, including equipment washes, seasoner cleanings, and wipeouts.
- Prepare the line for startup and assist with equipment changeovers when applicable.
- Operate tray-making and/or stapling equipment when assigned.
- Report equipment, packaging, quality, or production concerns to the Machine Operator, Group Leader, or Supervisor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Work mandatory overtime when required.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH…
You will work closely with Machine Operators, Group Leaders, Supervisors, and other production team members to maintain a safe, clean, efficient, and quality-focused production environment.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE… (MUST HAVE)
- High School Diploma or GED and/or at least 1 year of production experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and follow established safety, quality, sanitation, and hygiene procedures.
- Ability to stand continuously and walk frequently throughout the shift.
- Ability to continuously use your hands, bend, push, pull, and perform repetitive twisting movements.
- Ability to frequently stoop, kneel, carry materials with two hands, perform overhead work, and climb ladders.
- Ability to continuously lift and handle materials weighing up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs., with additional material-handling requirements based on the task.
- Ability to safely work around moving mechanical equipment.
- Ability to work in loud, wet, and/or humid manufacturing conditions.
- Ability to occasionally work around elevated areas, airborne particles or fumes, and cleaning or other chemicals.
- Ability to work mandatory overtime as required.
IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE… (NICE TO HAVE)
- Previous experience in a food manufacturing, packaging, production, or warehouse environment.
- Experience performing visual quality inspections of finished products or packaging.
- Experience with palletizing, product rework, sanitation, or production-line changeovers.
- Experience using pallet jacks or similar material-handling equipment.
- Familiarity with 5S workplace organization practices.
- Experience operating basic packaging equipment such as tray-making, taping, or stapling machines.
Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.
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Skills
- Packaging
- Housekeeping
- Personal protective equipment
- Sanitation
- Heavy lifting
- Material handling
- Cleaning
- Food engineering
- Inspection