Inspector Packer all 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift

Job Description Overview:
The Packer 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:

Follows all safety policies
Follows GMP policies & guidelines
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
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 preferred
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).