Production Packager

Pentel of America Job OpportunityLove to make, create, innovate or inspire? Then you would love working at Pentel of America! We have a long-established tradition of supporting self-expression and creativity, exploring boundaries and innovating new writing instruments and art supplies - all while promoting good planet stewardship. If these sound like things you value, we probably should be working together. :-)Compensation for this position: $19.00 per hourCore business hours: 5:30 am - 2:00 pm, (flexibility to work overtime when required)Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Ins. AD&D, Sup. Life, Vacation, Sick (6), 401K, Holidays (12)Ensures quality standards are met by performing manual labor in packaging/repackaging product and/or assembling displays in a production setting. Maintains a clean work area. Under direct and general supervision.Essential DutiesResponsible for pre-set up of all material required for production runs.Operates machinery at various stages of the production line.Quickly and safely loads materials and products into machine nesting trays, using both hands.Observes operation to detect faulty sealing and prevent conveyor jamming.Responsible for clearing misplacement of product according to departmental procedures.Responsible for monitoring stock and material levels for efficient production.Responsible for producing quality product and verifying against "First Part Check List" form.Will notify Production Coordinator of any problems or issues that may impact production, safety, equipment and/or machinery.Manually assembles displays according to specification sheet and job ticket specifications.Is responsible for ensuring optimum production performance.May manually label cases.Ensure job tickets are accurately completed.Move job ticket returns to the processing returns location.Perform basic visual quality inspections of products.Document defective and/or scrap material.Rotates job duties every two hours.Responsible for maintaining a clean work area.Adheres to departmental procedure for changeovers.Responsible for adhering to Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.Attendance and punctuality are an essential duty.The preceding functions have been provided examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments and to make reasonable accommodations as needed. Performs any additional duties as required by company management.RequirementsEducation and/or Experience:High School diploma or GED6 months - 1 year experience in a production environment or related fieldKnowledge, Skills and General Abilities:Basic machine operation, assembly, packagingAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.Ability to complete routine formsAbility to accurately countAttention to detailAbility to work in a group settingAbility to maintain the production pace of other team membersPhysical Demands:Standing for periods of time.Must be flexible to work overtime.Frequent pushing/pulling up to 54 lbs.Dexterity of hands and fingers to quickly feed material to package product.Frequent lifting up to 54 lbs.Frequent bendingWork Environment: Ability to work in a fast pace, high volume packaging environmentTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug Free Workplace.