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Job Title: Inspector Packer

Department: Molding/Gel/Biofexx

Reports To: Production Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

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Job Summary

Required to perform tasks involved in the production, inspection, and packing of Altor Solutions’ products and report to the appropriate individual (Quality, Set Up Technician, Production Supervisor) if products have not met company quality standards. Must follow Altor Solutions’ standards for Safety, Housekeeping, Quality, and Production in an efficient and safe manner.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Removes product from the conveyor belt and places product into drying racks, boxes, or bags.
• Packs product into drying racks, boxes, or bags.
• Using heavy-duty tape machines, cuts tape and wraps product for storage and delivery.
• Lifts and removes completed boxes or bags and places on/in the designated location, wagon, or pallet.
• Receives verbal and written job assignments; reads and complies with product description and packing instructions on Quality/Production Data sheet.
• Completes “Operator Production/Quality Report,” packing report, worksheets, and/or “special” customer requirement inspection forms where required.
• Performs visual inspections and/or uses measuring devices such as scales, steel rule, and calipers to ensure acceptable finished product quality. Notifies supervisor of discrepancies and records required information on Operator Quality Report.
• Inventories tape, labeling, bags, boxes, or drying racks, and notifies the Material Handler of items needed to get the job done.
• Observes machine operation to detect any defects with the finished product and notifies the supervisor of any problems.
• Complies with Company policies and procedures and immediately notifies Supervisor of any production, quality, or safety issues or concerns.
• Maintains good housekeeping and assures a neat and organized work area at all times.
• Notifies the supervisor of the need to be away from the machine during the shift.
• May assist with material handling.
• May assist others with less experience in the position.
• Responsible for verifying quality specifications for the product.
• Pack and inspect product at a rate of up to 60 parts per minute, as well as the ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Responsible for the assigned production line to ensure that the product is packaged in accordance with established quality and product standards. Must familiarize yourself with the daily production goals so they are achieved for each line assignment.
• May operate production line equipment to inspect, pack, and/or count products automatically or manually in accordance with established production standards. Excellent manual dexterity is an important part of the role.
• After packing, seal and label each of the packages properly, and then move the completed packages for loading onto a pallet.
• Enter data properly in ERP.
• Start and stop pressing and know where the emergency button is located; understand the lockout/tag out policy.
• Determine the difference between good prints, print rejects, set-up rejects, and manufacturer rejects.
• Accurately calculate all print and manufacturer rejects to account for all the containers assigned to the production order.
• Identify the various foam specifications and how to tell what type they are.
• Understand the various box labels and their difference – Box/Case labels, Work-In-Process (WIP) labels, reject labels, Partial Carton labels, and where to place them on the box.
• Required to wear PPE properly in accordance with company standards.
• Keep the area around your workstation clean and free from dirt and debris; this may include cleaning assigned areas of the building or pieces of equipment as instructed by your supervisor.
• Must be able to work assigned shifts, including working overtime and attending after-hour meetings as needed.
• Must be able to communicate with co-workers and the leadership chain about any safety issues, housekeeping issues, quality issues, and production issues.
• Follow the plant-specified job training guideline.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.

Education Requirements/Work Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 3 – 6 months of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand basic math.

Core Values

Our core values define how we work and what we expect from every associate. The ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate these values in performing the responsibilities of this role. Each core value represents essential behaviors and competencies aligned with the duties and qualifications of the position.

• Accountability – We take full responsibility for our actions and outcomes, ensuring transparency and trust with our stakeholders, customers, associates, and the environment. Competencies: Problem Solving, Decision Making, Planning & Organizing, Resilience, Time Management/Prioritization, and Learning Agility
• Innovation – We champion creativity and collaboration, continually striving to deliver groundbreaking solutions that transform our industry and exceed expectations. Competencies: Creativity & Curiosity, Continuous Improvement, Vision & Strategic Thinking, and Collaboration & Teamwork
• Integrity – We uphold the highest ethical standards of honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior in every decision and action, fostering trust at all levels in our organization. Competencies: Honesty, Consistency & Dependability, and Commitment to Excellence
• Adaptability – We embrace change, agility, and resilience, staying flexible and proactive in a constantly evolving world. Competencies: Communication, Results-Oriented, and Flexibility
• Caring – We prioritize the well-being of our people, communities, and business partners, recognizing that their success and happiness are vital to our own. Competencies: Organizational Savvy, Risk Management, Compliance, Diversity, and Empathy
• Passion – We are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, demonstrating determination to succeed while maintaining humility and respect for others. Competencies: Commitment, Persistence & Tenacity, Humility, and Respect

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift up to 40 pounds and push/pull up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; must be able to read production tags, labels, inspect parts, and identify defects if present. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, talk, and hear. Frequently required to reach, stoop, bend, squat, stretch, and twist. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee routinely required to reach with hands and arms? Must be able to work in, with, and near machinery and work with hand tools. Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including hearing protection, safety glasses, steel/composite toe shoes, and gloves. Hearing protection and PPE are based on job assignments, tasks, or work areas. Must be able to work efficiently and repetitively with hands and have physical strength, stamina, and coordination to perform duties.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is typical of most manufacturing environments with proximity to other production associates, materials, and machinery. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high level with ear protection required. Moderate exposure to heat, cold, and noise. Heat and cold exposure is dependent on external weather temperatures. Work areas may occasionally have wet or damp conditions.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to a particular position. This document in no way states or implies that this is an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required, and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to, or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper.