Packer (7pm-7am)

Location: Hanover, Pennsylvania

General Job Description
The Packer is responsible for manually packing products into boxes, trays, and cartons on the production floor. This role also includes performing final quality inspections of finished goods to ensure product integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare cardboard cartons and trays by folding, taping, sorting, labeling, and placing them in the work area.
Ensure tape guns and tapers have sufficient tape.
Conduct visual inspections of final product packaging for integrity, including bag registration, code dates, prices, and proper seals.
Remove out-of-specification products and report packaging issues.
Fill cartons and displays according to packaging specifications, ensuring correct labels, tapes, and seals.
Stack cartons and trays on pallets using the correct pattern; use pallet jack for loads up to 300 lbs if applicable.
Clear loose product from the work area, discard defective packaging, and maintain cleanliness.
Assist with product rework as needed.
Follow safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) procedures.
Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to 5S protocols.
Store packaging supplies in designated areas.
Keep aisles and exits clear of obstructions.
Remove trash and follow safe lifting and carrying procedures.
Perform sanitation tasks such as equipment washes and seasoner cleanings.
Prepare production line for startup and assist with equipment changeovers.
Operate tray-making and stapling machines when required.
Obtain Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) certification and follow LOTO procedures during cleanings.
Report issues to Machine Operators, Coordinators, or Supervisors.
Identify and remove defective products from the production stream.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Mandatory overtime may be required.

Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma or GED is preferred, but not required.
Experience:
One year of production experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required.

Physical Requirements
This role requires frequent physical activity including:

Standing and using hands continuously
Walking frequently
Climbing, squatting, kneeling, and overhead work occasionally
Talking, hearing, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, and repetitive twisting continuously
Fine motor skills and manipulation continuously
Ladder climbing frequently
Visual acuity (far, near, peripheral, depth perception) continuously
Following directions, routines, and working independently frequently
Concentrating, memorizing, and recalling frequently
Reading, writing, and comprehending numbers and words frequently
Analyzing data and problem-solving seldom

Lifting/Carrying/Pushing Requirements:

Up to 10 lbs: Continuously
Up to 25 lbs: Continuously
Up to 50 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 100 lbs: Seldom/Never (with assistance)
Over 100 lbs: Seldom/Never (with assistance)

Work Environment
Employees are regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and frequently to wet or humid conditions. Occasional exposure includes high or precarious places, airborne particles, and caustic chemicals. The noise level is typically loud.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting Rate: $18.60 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly