Summer Worker

Huhtamaki•Hammond, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Huhtamaki is a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions, committed to making all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, they ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. The company is on a mission to be the first choice in sustainable packaging solutions and is growing, opening new roles and opportunities. They offer a place where employees can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact, focusing on the future together. This role is part of their vision, contributing to producing innovative, sustainable products on the shop floor.

Requirements

Ability to handle (push, lift, slide, etc.) bundles of articles that weigh up to 25-30 lbs each.
Must be able to handle 1600 bundles per eight (8) hour shift and/or stand in front of packing bin a minimum of eight (8) hours hand packing articles to make up bundles or boxes of finished goods.
Must be able to stand on your feet a minimum of eight (8) hours per day.
Must be able to repeatedly stoop, bend, twist, turn, climb, and lift.
High School diploma or GED required.
Ability to communicate; reading and writing comprehension.
Ability to follow directions.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an industrial assembly line type environment or related type work preferred.

Responsibilities

Reads specifications prior to inspecting and packing any product.
Completes production records.
Tends article stacker/hand packs, palletizes articles and packages materials in a variety of methods, i.e., bundles, bags, boxes, shrink wrap, tied, etc. according to packaging specifications.
Maintain pace with molding machine.
Clear machine jams quickly and safely, as necessary.
Construct and assemble boxes and stage them for use.
Inspect product for quality and visual defects.
Monitors quality by visual inspection, testing, measuring and recording results.
Communicates to the Molding Operator when defective product is discovered.
Evaluates when equipment is malfunctioning and communicates issue with Shift Mechanic.
Keep workstation, tables and work area clean and free of tripping hazards.
Work safely and follow all GMP and PPE’s.
Sort, repack, clean and perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
All other duties as assigned by supervisor.