Packager
The Packager position is an entry-level manufacturing role responsible for placing finished wax paper products into boxes in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner according to established specifications. This role involves highly repetitive tasks, standing for extended periods, and strict adherence to quality, food safety, and operational standards in a production environment.
Essential Job Functions
The following duties are representative of the work performed. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Primary Responsibilities
- Place finished wax paper products into boxes according to work orders, packaging specifications, and quality standards
- Assemble boxes and ensure proper count, orientation, and placement of product
- Inspect finished product prior to boxing for defects, damage, or contamination and report issues to the Supervisor or Lead
- Verify order details including product type, size, quantity, and labeling requirements
- Apply and verify labels, ID tags, and markings to ensure traceability and accuracy
- Perform quality checks at regular intervals to ensure packaging consistency
Secondary Responsibilities
- Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with food safety and housekeeping standards
- Follow all food safety, hygiene, GMP, and operational guidelines outlined in work instructions, quality manuals, and the Employee Handbook
- Safely use lift tables or packaging equipment as required, ensuring the area is clear prior to operation
- Assist in other packaging or production areas as trained and assigned
Qualifications & Skills
- High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks with attention to detail
- Demonstrated commitment to quality, safety, and productivity
- Ability to work effectively as part of a production team
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
This position is physically demanding and requires sustained physical activity throughout the shift.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to the full shift)
- Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, arm, and upper-body motions
- Ability to lift, push, and pull materials up to 50 pounds repetitively
- Ability to bend, reach, twist, and stoop as required
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, moving machinery, and temperature variations
- Ability to safely perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Communication & Teamwork
- Basic communication skills required to function effectively within the production team
- Ability to communicate quality, safety, or equipment concerns clearly to Supervisors or Leads
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures and safety instructions
Accountability & Performance Measures
Performance in this role is evaluated based on:
- Accuracy and quality of packaged (boxed) wax paper products
- Cleanliness and organization of the work area (daily audits)
- Productivity metrics such as boxes per hour or other operational standards
- Adherence to safety, GMP, and quality requirements
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Central Coated Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Pay: $16.00 - $17.75 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- This position requires a pre-employment drug test which includes marijuana. Are you comfortable with this requirement?
- Good attendance plays an important role is growth at Central Coated Products and Sun America. Have you had attendance issues in your past employment?
- Have you ever worked in manufacturing before?
- Our positions pay starting at $16.75/hr with a $1 shift differential for 2nd shift. Does this rate align with what you are looking for?
- These positions are on the afternoon shift from 3PM-11PM. Are you able to work this shift?
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Alliance, OH 44601 (Required)
Work Location: In person
