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Packer- Mt. Sterling, Ohio
WinCup is a food service 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.
Trusted since 1962, WinCup is now a leading manufacturer passionately transitioning into an innovative, technology driven enterprise focused on creating superior products and brands directly addressing global plastic pollution.
WinCup is driven by our Vio biodegradable foam technology, our Phade line of PHA based straws and stirrers which are 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 https://WinCup.com https://PhadeProducts.com
https://viofoam.com/
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 Employee 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!
POSITION/TITLE: Packer
WORK LOCATION: Mt. Sterling, OH
POSITION REPORTS TO: Shift Supervisor
WORK TYPE: ON SITE
JOB SUMMARY:
Visually inspects all products being produced.
Properly segregates and packages the product.
Notifies proper team members when quality, safety, or production problems arise that cannot be resolved by the individual.
Ensures that only quality product is packaged into finished cases.
Ensures smooth flow of product through the packing room by packing at an efficient pace and by responding to equipment malfunction signals in the assigned packing area.
Assist other team members as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Ensures that adequate vital supplies, i.e., tape, bagging, cases, etc. are available to perform duties. Either obtains supplies or notifies Lead of requirements.
• Constructs carton to contain product, ensuring that proper cartons are used to hold product being currently produced.
• Visually inspects product through plastic bag or in bulk form prior to bagging. Inspects packaging for proper seal. Periodically opens random bags of product to perform close visual inspection. Notifies Production Leader or Production Equipment Operator immediately of any identified quality defects.
• Packs product into previously constructed cartons ensuring that the correct number of bags of product are included according to product order specifications.
• Accurately counts the lids into the bag if hand bagging.
• Properly seals the carton and supplies proper stamping or labels, making certain that the code date is on each carton, correctly coded and legible.
• Sets aside defective product for correction or scrapping to make certain that no defective product reaches the customer.
• Works at an effective and safe pace to keep packing bins or stacking tubes clear.
• Ensures smooth flow of product through the packing area.
• Completes packer count sheets as required.
• Assists other team members as required.
• Attends meetings as required.
• 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.
• Follows all company policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Lead Packer or Shift Supervisor.
• Maintains cleanliness on line; ensures equipment and work areas are kept organized, clean and sanitary throughout the shift. Removes any waste and garbage generated during the shift.
• Follows all safety procedures and participate in safety training. Maintains safe and efficient use of equipment and tools.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) required.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or GED
REQUIRED EXPEREINCE/SKILLS:
The list of job requirements above is not intended to be exhaustive or all-inclusive.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS (Manufacturing Plant):
The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of a position in our manufacturing plants. Note that office positions located within our Manufacturing Plants often require some plant floor presence throughout the day so that while these demands may not always apply, they should still be noted.

• Team Member will frequently be required to actively listen and exchange information.
• Team Member will be required to observe and assess information in a fast paced environment.
• Requires frequent use of a production, manufacturing equipment and/or machinery.
• Will be required to frequently move/transport materials weighing up to 50 pounds which may require frequent bending, twisting and reaching motions.
• Team Member may be required to remain stationary for extended periods of time.
• Team Member may be required to stand for long periods up to 8, 10 or 12 hours shifts.
• Team Member may be required to talk, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle and feel objects, tools, and controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crawl or crouch.

WORK ENVIRONMENT (Manufacturing Plant):
The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of a position in our manufacturing plants. Note that office positions located within our Manufacturing Plants often require some plant floor presence throughout the day so these work environment details may not always apply, they should still be noted.

• Work space is one that contains moving mechanical parts.
• Requires work in an indoor manufacturing environment that may be exposed to extreme heat that is not air conditioned.
• Work environment contains loud noises and odors that may last for long periods of time or on a continual basis as well as occasional airborne particles.
• Must wear PPE while working, which includes hairnet, hearing protection and safety glasses with side guards at all times.
• Ability to work an 8+, 10+ or 12+ hour shifts as designated.
• Able to work weekdays, weekends and overtime as designated.

WinCup reserves the right to revise or update this job description as needed to better comply with the actual essential function of the job requirements as business needs dictate.
WinCup is an EEO/AA and E-Verify employer. At WinCup we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity and strengths of our Team Members, our customers, and community.
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We firmly believe that a diverse organization creates opportunities for all individuals to showcase their talents, both independently and collaboratively. Diversity fuels our ability to be truly innovative by embodying our values, driving our success, and fostering an environment where every Team Member can thrive and perform at their very best.
To ensure the safety of our team members in the workplace, we perform background and drug screenings.
Thank you for considering WinCup and helping us make a difference!
Pay Range: $16 - $17 per hour