PREMIER PROTECTIVE PACKAGING is located in Walker, MI, we specialize in unique custom packaging applications using Polypropylene (PP) and Polyethylene (PE), Foam, Bubble, and Non-Woven Spun Bond Polypropylene (SBPP) protective packaging materials. Our manufacturing technology utilizes state of the art, customizable sheet, bubble bag, die cut and laminating equipment that allows us to produce custom packaging.
We are looking for a Production Assistant to join our team.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Transports raw material to machines per work order
2. Loads raw material onto machines for production
3. Remove Work in process and finished product to warehouse
4. Periodically performs quality inspections and process checks
5. Fills in as backup shipping/receiving, slitting and machine operator
6. Maintains plant and equipment organization and cleanliness
7. Assist with organizing and coordinating inventory storage locations as well as monthly fiscal count of inventory when required
8. Assists with training new material handlers and backup material handlers
9. Responsible for assigned fork lift inspection
Job Qualifications:
1. The job requires knowledge normally acquired through the completion of High School or equivalent
2. Valid Driver’s license
3. Forklift experience, or ability to attain and maintain forklift certification
4. Ability to become certified on the overhead crane
5. Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with team members
6. Mental ability to periodically handle pressures related to working on projects requiring attention and detail
7. Physical ability to bend, twist and walk most of the shift as well as lift and transport equipment and materials weighing up to 70 pounds
Working Conditions:
1. Inside working conditions with exposure to hot and cold conditions
2. Work includes periodic exposure to fumes, odors, dust, noise and moving objects
3. Work includes exposure to hazards associated with electrical and mechanical equipment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
Work Location: In person