Packaging Technician

Job Title: Packaging Technician

Location: East Durham, NY 12423

Type: Contract

Compensation: $24.50/hr

Work Model: Onsite

Hours: 7:00am to 7:00pm. 2/2/3 rotating schedule

Responsibilities

• Support the packaging area to analyze root causes for process improvement and cost reductions

• Operate fully automated toothpaste packaging lines at speeds up to 450 tubes per minute

• Handle packaging materials including cases, cartons, bundles, rolls, slip sheets, caps, corners, pallets, and finished goods

• Maintain cleanliness of the area and equipment

• Perform autonomous maintenance activities to optimize line performance

• Assist maintenance technicians with preventive maintenance activities

• Conduct inventories of packaging materials and products

• Perform activities focusing on safety and compliance

• Enter transactions in SAP to manage materials from receipt to final product

• Conduct quality checks and document results

• Record batch activity on computerized systems

• Identify and implement process improvements

• Ensure compliance with procedures, work instructions, batch documentation, and good manufacturing practices

• Search for cost savings and waste reduction opportunities

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, every other weekend off

• Basic computer skills (Data entry, email, file access, Microsoft Word and Excel)

• Manufacturing or production experience (preferred)

• Experience as a packaging operator (preferred)

• Familiarity with equipment/machinery maintenance and changeovers (preferred)

• Effective communication skills and ability to work with teams and management (preferred)

• Certification in packaging technologies (TFS-80, TFS-30, FPS-4) (preferred)

• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds, stand, bend, and walk for extended periods

• Willingness to work overtime as needed

• Ability to operate industrial power lifts (pallet jacks and forklifts) (preferred)

• Basic math skills including percentages, fractions, and decimals

• Knowledge of measurement units (e.g., kilograms vs pounds)

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.