Location
Santa Clarita, California, United States
Type
Full-time
Job Description
Employer: VPET USA, LLC Job Title: Inspector Packer I FLSA: Non-Exempt Employment Type: Full-time Reports to: Lead or Supervisor JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW: The Inspector Packer I will be responsible for pulling plastic items (preforms) from a box and placing on the conveyor and/or pulling product i.e., bottles and jars from a conveyor belt, inspecting per QC specifications and packaging them per packaging specifications. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: * Remove plastic (preforms) from a box, inspecting them per quality specifications and placing them on a conveyor per work instructions. * Remove plastic bottles/jars from conveyor belt, inspecting them per Quality specifications * Follows all safety policies * Follows GMP policies & guidelines * Packing plastic bottles/jars per packaging specifications posted at work center. * Communicate any issues or quality concerns related to the product to co-workers, Lead or shift change co-workers * Interacts with production equipment; starts & stops equipment as trained, clears machine jams as trained * Assists in the documentation of quality or machine downtime data * Forms boxes & trays by hand as needed; operates box making machinery * Ensures defects are separated and placed into proper categories * Performs machine cleaning and sanitation as required * Perform housekeeping duties at work center or as directed by the Lead, Supervisor and/or Manager. * Follow VPET's Quality Management system including procedures and work instructions. * Any other tasks as assigned. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: * High School diploma or equivalent preferred OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Must be able to read, write and communicate in English * Must be able to work with minimal supervision. * Able to work effectively in a team as well as individually * Attention to detail i.e., ability to follow verbal and written instructions * Ability to work scheduled shift to include overtime and weekends as required. * Must be committed to the success of the entire organization PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requirements include, but are not limited to: * Must be able to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. * May be required to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. * Must be able to push, pull, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crawl. * Must be able to perform repetitive motions such as reaching and grasping. * Work environment is in a warehouse and temperatures inside vary between hot or cold based on the outside conditions. * This is a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities. COMPETITIVE BENEFITS: * Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium. * 401k plan, Employer contributes 3%, up to 5%. * Company offers vacation and sick pay. * Holiday Pay: Eight (8) paid holidays per year. * Basic Life Insurance Paid (25K policy). We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.
Requirements
Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to communicate in English. The role requires physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift up to 30 lbs in a fast-paced warehouse environment.