Inspack Assistant (UPK)

Five Star Management•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Inspack Assistant plays a vital role in the QS Department and production process by ensuring bags are properly packaged, verified against high quality standards, and prepared for distribution. The position requires attention to detail, good aptitude, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role ensures that safety, food safety, and quality parameters are maintained throughout the plant. It includes inspecting products, following work instructions for inspection and packaging, documenting defects and non-conformities, identifying defective products, monitoring production line operations, communicating quality findings to operators, and inspecting and packing on-hold material while the assigned machine is off. The Inspack Assistant also maintains a clean and organized work area and performs other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to interact and communicate with others and work as a team player.
Flexibility to meet production demands.
Dependability and punctuality.
Basic math and measuring ability.
Ability to identify issues effectively.
High mental alertness to identify and respond to machine processes, quality issues, and safety concerns.
Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as required.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to interpret instructions effectively.
Ability to perform repetitive reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, kneeling, and carrying.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with FSSC 22000:2005, GMPs, and HACCP.
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience operating machinery on a production line.

Responsibilities

Ensure safety, food safety, and quality parameters are adhered to and maintained throughout the plant.
Immediately report incidents and unsafe conditions to a supervisor.
Perform visual and physical inspections to verify products meet design specifications and quality standards.
Follow inspection and packaging procedures according to work instructions.
Maintain detailed inspection records, including defects and other non-conformities.
Ensure defective or non-conforming products are properly tagged.
Monitor production line operations and make adjustments as needed to maintain efficiency and quality standards.
Communicate findings to the operator to address quality issues and ensure compliance with established procedures.
Inspect and pack on-hold material and complete the finished bag inspection report while the assigned machine is off.
Ensure inspections and procedures adhere to safety regulations and quality control standards.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Conduct other duties as assigned by management.