Packer (Rotational Schedule)

Job Title: Packer

Department: Production Department

Supervisor's Title: Production Supervisor

Location : Tolleson, AZ


Work Type: On-Site (Not a Remote Position)


ROTATIONAL SCHEDULE

Day Shift: 6am-6pm

Evening Shift: 6pm-6am, eligible for a $3 differential

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 passionately committed to the environment, excellence, innovation and growth.


For additional information regarding WinCup and our ground-breaking and environmentally friendly products, check us out at:

We are a dynamic, diverse and inclusive team bound together by our shared Values of:

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

Here at WinCup we are proud to offer our valued, full-time Team Members a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package with most benefit eligibility beginning just 31 days post hire, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans. We also offer paid time off (PTO) and holidays, short & long-term disability, and an Team Member Assistance Plan (EAP). And, to top it off, we offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match available after only 60 days of employment.

So, if you are passionate about working on exceptional brands driven by innovation that will leave a lasting and positive impact on the environment, keep reading to see if you think you might make a great addition to our growing team!

Job Summary:

Packers visually inspect product being produced, such as foam cups, paper cups and lids, properly separates and packages the product. A packer is responsible for notifying proper individual(s) when quality, product food safety, or production problems arise. Ensures that only quality product is packaged into finished cases. A packer follows GMPs and supports the smooth flow of the product through the packaging room by working at an efficient pace and by responding to equipment malfunction signals in the assigned packing area. Packers also assists other team members as required.


Core Job Responsibilities:

1. SAFETY must always be a PRIORITY ONE in your mind. Your own personnel and any and all persons that your actions will affect.
2. Adheres to all good manufacturing practices (GMP), food safety, HACCP and SQF process requirements; rectify and/or report any and all non-compliance to Management or the SQF practitioner immediately.
3. Ensures that adequate vital supplies, i.e., tape, bagging, knockdown cases, etc. are available to perform duties. Either obtains supplies or notifies Utility of requirements.
4. Reports to all scheduled shifts and attends meetings as required
5. Constructs carton to contain product, ensuring that proper carton is being utilized to hold product being produced.
6. Visually inspects product through plastic bag or in bulk form prior to bagging. Inspects packaging for proper print and seal. Periodically opens random logs of product to perform close visual inspection. Notifies Production Leader or Production Equipment Operator immediately of any identified quality defects.
7. 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 cups into the bag if hand bagging.
8. Properly seals the carton and supplies proper stamping or labels, making certain that the code date is on each carton, correctly coded and legible.
9. Sets aside defective product for correction or scrapping to make certain that no defective product reaches the customer.
10. Works at an effective and safe pace to keep packing bins or stacking tubes clear.
11. Assists other team members as required, without being asked.
12. Assures smooth flow of product through the packing room by responding to any product jams (bells, buzzers, and lights), clearing the product jam, and restarting the equipment properly and safely. Repackages products that have been miss packaged due to miscounts.
13. Maintains housekeeping standards by keeping a clean work area at all times.
14. In the event of the absence of the Inspector/Packer due to vacations the Shift Supervisor will request an Inspection/ Packer fill in from another shift.
15. Attends Pre-Shift meetings and Safety meetings.
16. Performs other duties as assigned by Shift Supervisor.

Competencies:

1. Receive passing results on a pre-employment background check, audio exam and drug screen.
2. Work a 12+ hour shift while standing, walking, stooping, bending, twisting, reaching, grasping and lifting throughout the entire shift.
3. Requires the manual movement of repair parts and tools that may weight up to 50 pounds.
4. Working in-doors in a manufacturing environment that is not air conditioned.
5. Wear proper PPE while working which includes hairnet, hearing protection and safety glasses with side guards.
6. Work a 12+ hour shift that begins at 6:00. Able to work weekdays, weekends and overtime as needed.

Qualifications:

Education - High School Diploma or GED


Skills - Willingness to Learn

Read, write and speak English

The list of job requirements above is not intended to be exhaustive or all-inclusive. The Company reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.

WinCup is an EEO/AA and E-Verify employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we complete background checks and drug tests to ensure the safety of our team-members in the workplace.

Thank you for considering WinCup and making a difference!

Pay Range: $15.15 per hour