Packer 3rd Shift

Campbell's•Ashland, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Packer works as part of the production operation to prepare finished products for customers. The role prepares cartons and displays, packs products, palletizes finished goods, and performs final quality inspections to ensure products meet safety, cleanliness, and packaging standards before shipment. This position is based in Ashland and works 3rd shift, Sunday through Thursday, 10:50 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Starting times and hours may vary according to production schedules and coverage needs, including holidays. Mandatory overtime may be required. The base rate is $17.65 per hour, plus a $0.50 per hour shift differential. The Packer works closely with Machine Operators, Group Leaders, Supervisors, and other production team members to maintain a safe, clean, and efficient operation. The work environment includes moving mechanical parts, wet or humid conditions, and typically loud noise; occasional exposure to high areas, fumes or airborne particles, and caustic chemicals is also noted. Competitive health, dental, 401(k), and wellness benefits are available beginning on the first day of employment. Total pay may include other forms of compensation, and individual base pay may depend on work location, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and/or at least 1 year of production experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to work 3rd shift and adjust to changes in starting times or hours based on production schedules and coverage needs.
Ability to work mandatory overtime when required.
Ability to work safely around moving mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to follow safety, sanitation, hygiene, quality, and 5S procedures.
Ability to perform repetitive production and packaging activities throughout the shift.
Physical requirements include continuous standing, use of hands, pushing, pulling, hand dexterity, and bending; frequent walking, stooping, kneeling, overhead work, ladder climbing, two-handed carrying, tasting, and smelling; occasional driving and climbing; and repetitive twisting.
Ability to continuously handle weights up to 25 pounds and occasionally handle weights up to 50 pounds, using safe lifting and carrying practices.
Work environment includes regular exposure to moving mechanical parts; frequent exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; occasional exposure to high or elevated areas, fumes or airborne particles, and caustic chemicals; and typically loud noise levels.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in production, packaging, food manufacturing, or a similar manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with pallet jacks, tray-making equipment, stapling machines, or other packaging equipment.
Experience with 5S, sanitation, food safety, or manufacturing quality processes.
Experience performing visual quality inspections or identifying packaging defects.

Responsibilities

Prepare cardboard cartons and trays by folding, taping, sorting, labeling, securing carton ends, and positioning packaging materials; keep tape guns and taping equipment supplied.
Visually inspect finished product packaging for product integrity, bag registration, code dates, pricing, seals, cases, and other applicable requirements; remove nonconforming products and report packaging or quality concerns.
Pack cartons and displays according to specifications, verify corresponding labels, and tape and seal cartons when applicable.
Stack cartons or trays on pallets or skids according to the required quantity and stacking pattern.
Use a pallet jack, when applicable, to move finished goods weighing up to 300 pounds.
Clear loose product and properly discard defective bags, boxes, and trays; assist with product rework according to plant expectations.
Follow safety, hygiene, housekeeping, sanitation, personal-protection, and 5S procedures; maintain a clean, organized work area and keep aisles and exits unobstructed.
Store packaging supplies in designated locations, remove trash, and follow safe lifting and carrying practices.
Perform assigned sanitation activities, including equipment washes, seasoner cleaning, and wipeouts.
Prepare production lines for startup and assist with equipment changeovers when applicable.
Operate tray-making and/or stapling machines when assigned.
Report equipment, production, packaging, or other issues to Machine Operators, Group Leaders, or Supervisors as appropriate.
Work mandatory overtime when required and perform other assigned duties.