Inspector

The Opportunity

This role supports general manufacturing operations by performing a variety of production and material‑handling tasks across multiple departments. Responsibilities may vary by machine, department, and position as employees develop skills and bid into different areas. This position plays a key role in maintaining safe, efficient production while meeting customer quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety rules, and instructions from leadership.
• Set up work areas by gathering materials according to job specifications (corrugated, pads, labels, banding, etc.).
• Visually and manually inspect cartons for defects in gluing, folding, and overall quality.
• Pack cartons into corrugated cases according to customer specifications.
• Label cases and move finished product through the sealing and conveyor process.
• Sort flat cartons by layout and pack according to customer requirements.
• Operate hand‑lift jacks to move pallets and position loads safely at working height.
• Assist in sorting projects and special quality inspection tasks as needed.
• Read and follow written instructions and respond to verbal directions.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by shift, department, or plant leadership.

What You Need to Succeed

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills, including the ability to read a ruler.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and verbal directions.
• Ability to obtain a forklift license.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Alignment with company core values: Responsibility, Integrity, Safety, Trust, and Respect.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

What We Offer

• A workplace culture built on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with opportunities to grow across departments.
• Competitive compensation based on skills, performance, and potential.
• A career with a global packaging leader where Safety, Sustainability, and Inclusion are foundational to daily operations.

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