Packer/Inspector I

TOPPAN Packaging • Huntley, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Inspector Packer I inspects and packages thermoformed products to ensure finished goods meet customer specifications and quality requirements while supporting a safe and efficient production flow. The position is based at the Huntley facility and works the second shift, Monday through Thursday, from 3:15 PM to 1:45 AM. The pay rate is $19.32 per hour, plus a $1.25 shift differential.

The role involves removing completed sheets from machines, inspecting products for defects, separating non-conforming items, assembling cartons, packing and sealing product, maintaining accurate counts, and keeping the work area clean and organized. The employee also reads specification sheets and participates in continuous improvement efforts.

The job requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds. Candidates should have good vision, attention to detail, manual dexterity, reliability, and the ability to communicate and work effectively with inspectors and machine operators. Six months of production line experience and a high school diploma or GED are preferred; the diploma is not required.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong attendance and reliability.
• Ability to work well with inspectors and operators.
• Ability to continuously lift, reach, stand, and walk.
• Good vision.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Strong manual dexterity and agility.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Six months of previous production line experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required; candidates with necessary manufacturing experience and literacy, numeracy, and technical skills may be considered regardless of educational background.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of previous production line experience.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Remove completed thermoformed sheets from machines.
• Visually inspect thermoformed sheets for defects.
• Remove and segregate non-conforming product according to inspection control plans.
• Report non-conforming parts to the machine operator.
• Assemble cardboard cartons and make new boxes as needed.
• Remove individual parts and stack them according to job specifications.
• Load parts into cartons and seal cartons.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Keep accurate part counts and ensure parts are neatly stacked.
• Read and understand specification sheets.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, including FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans, including life, accident, and disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED