Packaging Inspector - Nights
About The Position
The Packaging Inspector helps safely produce cases of product that are labeled and wrapped with the appropriate code according to the production schedule. The role inspects cans and labels, supports changeovers and cleanup, monitors label adhesion, communicates production changes and equipment concerns, and performs weekly sanitation. The employee also participates in team activities and supports the company's established operating systems, including quality, security, workplace practices, and company policies. Other duties may be assigned in support of business objectives. The position is located in the Emporia, Kansas area. The stated schedule is Thursday 12:30 a.m.–6:30 a.m. and Thursday–Saturday 6:30 p.m.–6:30 a.m.
Requirements
- Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
- Must be able to stand and walk regularly, walk up and down stairs, and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Must use required personal protective equipment: steel-toed shoes, ear plugs, hair net, and safety glasses.
Nice To Haves
- Machine operation experience is preferred.
- Experience in a manufacturing or process environment and knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Manufacturing or warehouse industry experience.
- Military experience is valued; veterans are welcome.
Responsibilities
- Ensure leads are aware of changes to trays, can size, can codes, and schedule order.
- Inspect cans for label alignment, can codes, UPC, dents, droops, and other defects.
- Remove improper labels by hand and with a cutting utensil.
- Notify the supervisor and maintenance of mechanical problems or potential problems.
- Notify the Tray Packer operator of label or code changes.
- Monitor and ensure proper label adhesion.
- Assist with can changeovers and manage downtime for cleanup.
- Verify that can codes match the schedule and labels.
- Communicate changeovers with Unloader/Brite Stacker operators.
- Communicate with the Palletizer operator to ensure proper pallet count.
- Perform weekly sanitation.
- Participate in team development, communication, meetings, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies.
- Coordinate work with team members to support B.E.S.T. practices and help resolve issues affecting team cohesiveness.
- Maintain familiarity with Simmons' operating systems and communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
- Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
