Straw Machine Packer/inspector for New Phade Line - Metuchen, United States - WinCup

WinCup

Verified Company

Metuchen, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

WinCup is a foodservice packaging company focused on providing our customers and consumers the highest quality products allowing them to enjoy the beverages and foods they love, whether at home, or on the go.

WinCup was established in 1962 and is now a leading manufacturer passionately transitioning into an innovative, technology driven enterprise focused on creating superior products and brands directly addressing plastic pollution.

WinCup is driven by our Vio biodegradable foam technology, Our Phade line of PHA based straws and stirrers is the only Marine Biodegradable, Home and Industrial Compostable straws and stirrers in the world.

We are a diverse team and bound together by our shared _Values_

We value:

One Team
Performance Based; Rewards & Recognition Driven
Excellence in All We Do
Respectful and Engaged Leadership
Always Do the Right Thing

So, if working on fantastic brands through innovation that leaves a positive legacy for our environment is what you are passionate about - read on to see if you might be a fit with our growing team

Job Position:
Straw Machine Packer/Inspector for New Phade Line

Job Location:
Metuchen, NJ

Reports To:
Production Supervisor

Job Summary:

Visually inspects all products being produced, properly segregates and packages the product. Notifies proper team individual when quality, safety, or production problems arise that cannot be resolved by individual.

Ensures that only quality product is packaged into finished cases and smooth flow of product through the straw packing area by packing at an efficient pace and by responding to equipment malfunction signals in the assigned packing area.

Willingly assists other team members as needed.

Responsibilities:

Ensures that adequate vital supplies, i.e., tape, bagging, cases, etc. are available to perform duties. Either obtains supplies or notifies Lead or Supervisor of requirements.
Constructs carton to contain product, ensuring that proper carton is being utilized to hold product being produced.
Visually inspects product through plastic bag or in bulk form prior to bagging. Inspects packaging Lead or Supervisor immediately of any identified quality defects.
Packs product into previously constructed cartons ensuring that the correct number of bags of product are packed according to product order specifications. Accurately counts the lids into the bag if hand bagging.
Properly seals the carton and supplies proper stamping or labels, making certain that the code date is on each carton, correctly coded and legible.
Sets aside defective product for correction or scrapping to make certain that no defective product reaches the customer.
Maintains proper operation of wrapper and bagger, changing wrap rolls when necessary, and managing overflow levels of the accumulation tank.
Works at an effective and safe pace to keep packing bins or stacking tubes clear.
Ensures smooth flow of product through the packing area.
Completes packer count sheets as required.
Willingly assists other team members as needed.
Attends meetings as required.
Follows all company policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned by Lead Packer or Supervisor.
Maintains cleanliness on line; ensures equipment and work areas are kept organized, clean and sanitary throughout the shift. Removes any waste and garbage generated during the shift.
Follows all safety procedures and participate in safety training. Maintains safe and efficient use of equipment and tools.
Adheres to all good manufacturing practices (GMP), food safety, HACCP and SQF process requirements; rectify and/or report any and all noncompliance to Management or the SQF practitioner immediately.
Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications & Experience:

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Education:

High School Diploma or GED.
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Experience: Previous manufacturing experience preferred, but not required.
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Skills: Read, write, and speak basic English. Demonstrate good attendance and strong work ethic.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Physical Demands:

While performing duties of this job, team member is required to frequently stand; walk; bend; stoop; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach or grasp with hands and arms; talk and hear.

Team member must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is exposed to extreme heat. Team member may also have occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild to moderate. Minimum Safety PPE requirements for this position are safety glasses, hearing protection, and hair / beard net.

The list of job requirements above is not intended to be exhaustive or all-inclusive. The Company reserves the right to revise