Packaging Technician

Henkel group•West Hazleton, PA

About The Position

The Packaging Technician works in Henkel’s Consumer Brands business unit, supporting the production of Laundry & Home Care and Hair products. The role operates and adjusts production equipment, monitors product quality, maintains production records, and contributes to a safe, clean work environment and continuous improvement activities. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with overtime as required and a $1.25 shift differential. The position may require schedule flexibility, including extended shifts, weekends, holidays, and movement to other shifts to meet business needs.

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
Willingness to flex the schedule to meet business needs, including extended shifts, weekends, holidays, or moving to other shifts.
Proficiency using a computer, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills, including the ability to resolve issues independently and recognize when additional support is needed.
Ability to act as a role model and provide direct feedback to encourage appropriate work behaviors.
Ability to share skills and knowledge with other team members.
Desire and capacity to continuously learn new work methods and technology.
Ability to work within a team.
Current forklift certification or ability to become certified.

Responsibilities

Operate machines and production equipment safely according to instructions.
Set up or adjust equipment according to manufacturing specifications.
Ensure equipment runs smoothly and meets quality control standards.
Monitor output quality and identify faulty products for discard or remanufacture.
Maintain accurate daily production records for analysis of manufacturing performance.
Participate in HPS activities.
Participate in Daily Management System activities, including CILT (Cleaning, Inspection, Lubrication, Tightening), CL (Centerlining), and DH (Defect Handling).
Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
Work weekend overtime shifts when needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing insurance plans starting on day one.
Paid sick time, vacation time, and holiday time.
401(k) matching.
Employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares.
Annual performance bonus.
Service awards.
Student loan reimbursement.
12-week gender-neutral parental leave, with up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth.
Fertility support.
Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Discounted child and elderly care.
Scholarships.
Skill development programs and promotional opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement.