Inspector/Packer

Amcor•Princeton, IN

About The Position

The Inspector/Packer supports manufacturing production by performing product and process inspections, maintaining accurate production records, packaging products to specification, and helping keep the production line safe, clean, and efficient. The role requires understanding product function and defects that could affect product use, following applicable food safety and cGMP policies, and notifying the appropriate personnel when issues are found. The position also supports machine startups, shutdowns, and line clearances; assists fellow associates with training; and participates in Lean and Safety programs. The employee works around moving mechanical parts in a usually loud environment where hearing protection is required. The role includes frequent standing and walking and lifting items up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.

Requirements

Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and follow written and verbal instructions and techniques.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagram-based instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to walk and stand for extended periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
Ability to balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch frequently, and climb or crawl occasionally.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds with assistance.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Follow safety procedures and immediately report unsafe working conditions or mechanical safety problems to the Shift Supervisor.
Understand the product line, product function, and defects that may adversely affect product function or application.
Perform production verifications at the start of an order and each shift.
Perform visual inspections at the beginning of each shift and at intervals specified in the data acquisition software; immediately notify the Manufacturing Coordinator of defects.
Use data acquisition software to determine required gauging during production runs and maintain accurate production documentation in the software.
Inspect parts on conveyor belts and in product containers throughout the shift, and perform liner inspections as required.
Periodically check glue tank levels when applicable to ensure an adequate glue supply is available to the machine.
Package and handle production according to the assigned manufacturing specification.
Accurately record scrap and place it in the proper containers.
Assist with machine startups, shutdowns, and line clearances.
Help keep machine downtime to a minimum.
Maintain a clean and neat workstation using good housekeeping practices.
Participate in Lean and Safety programs.
Follow applicable food safety and cGMP policies.
Assist in training fellow associates.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees; may vary by location.
Company-paid holidays, starting at 8 days per year; may vary by location.
Wellbeing programs and Employee Assistance Program.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and voluntary benefits.
Paid Parental Leave.
Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
Tuition Reimbursement, subject to approval.
Discretionary bonus program; initial eligibility depends on hire date.