Packing Associate

Novolex•Kinston, NC

1d•$16 - $17

About The Position

The Packing Associate packs cartons, cups, and lids into cases according to customer specifications. The role may also require bagging sleeves or placing them in packing trays before packing them into cases. The associate inspects products for defects, reports defects to an operator or supervisor, and keeps the work area clean. Other related duties may be assigned by supervision to support successful operations. The position is in Kinston, North Carolina, with a listed third shift of 12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. Starting pay is $15.91–$17.05 per hour, depending on experience, and is paid weekly. The work requires standing, frequent light lifting, climbing one step to a feeder platform when feeding machines, and good hand-eye coordination and color vision. The associate must be able to meet performance objectives, communicate effectively, work independently with little to no supervision, maintain a positive attitude, and cooperate in a team environment.

Requirements

Stand while performing job duties.
Perform constant light lifting of up to 10 pounds.
Climb one step to a feeder platform when feeding machines.
Have good hand-eye coordination for high-speed work.
Have good color vision to distinguish printed shades and colors.
Understand and meet continuously increasing performance objectives.
Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Work independently and effectively with little to no supervision.
Maintain a positive work attitude and willingness to cooperate.
Work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Pack sleeves of cartons, cups, and lids into cases; bag sleeves or place them in packing trays when required.
Inspect products for defects and notify an operator or supervisor when defects are found.
Keep the work area clean.
Pack products according to customer specifications.
Perform other related duties as assigned by supervision to contribute to successful operations.