Packer, Night Shift
About The Position
The Packer plays a critical support role in the production process by assisting machine operators, maintaining cleanliness and organization, and ensuring accurate reporting and packaging of materials. The role contributes to the efficient, safe, and high-quality operation of the flexible packaging production line. The position is located at 500 Industrial Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77478, and works the night shift from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. The hourly rate is $15.00 plus a $2.00 shift differential. API Group is a family and minority-owned packaging leader with more than 40 years in the industry. Through Advance Polybag, Accredo Packaging, and Advance Paperbag, its family of companies provides plastic, flexible, and paper packaging solutions across a variety of markets. Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, API Group brings together packaging expertise, advanced manufacturing, innovation, and a shared commitment to quality.
Requirements
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
- Basic computer and data-entry skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
- Ability to operate basic warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks.
- Must be able to stand for extended periods.
- Regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to perform repetitive tasks safely and efficiently.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist operators in loading and unloading rolls.
- Support cleaning of plates, ink chambers, glue units, belts, and general machine maintenance.
- Use a pallet jack to weigh and handle production waste.
- Scan input rolls and create accurate box labels.
- Maintain production reports and update visual boards as required.
- Create and organize retain bag samples for quality tracking.
- Check ink viscosity and pH levels to ensure proper print quality.
- Follow machine maintenance schedules and promptly report issues.
- Prepare boxes and tools needed for packing.
- Separate defective bags from acceptable ones.
- Count and arrange acceptable bags into boxes according to required quantities.
- Attach labels and seal boxes with tape.
- Stack boxes on pallets according to packing regulations.
- Dispose of defective bags in designated scrap bins.
- Clean and organize the packing area when switching production lines or products.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
