Packer - 1st Shift

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world. We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us! This role is not a remote opportunity, it is on-site at our Distribution Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. Scope: The Packer works with the finished product and ensures that all finished product conforms to the highest quality standard, is packaged per the manufacturing specification, and is palletized in the proper manner.

Essential Duties

Promotes and adheres to all safety rules and signage; follows all Good Manufacturing Practices Picks finished product from the line and places into display tray packages, or cartons. Examine all finished product to ensure that packing specifications are met, date code is applied, and no leaking product is coming from the finished package.

Communicate with management team regarding any finished good quality issues or concerns that arise on the line Construct/assemble display items or trays by folding or erecting cardboard to meet specifications Accurately count and record products and materials. Seal finished cartons and place on pallet as defined by Manufacturing Specification using equipment.

Transport completed pallets to staging area using pallets jacks. Assist in changeovers and utilizing work stoppages by cleaning work area using cleaning solutions. All other duties as assigned Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent Must have ability to understand oral and written instructions in English Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment Must be willing to learn and have attention to detail Must work well in a team environment and have strong communication skills Must have the ability to work extended hours while standing Physical Demands: Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend Must be able to work extended hours while standing Continuous walking throughout plant and distribution center Lifting up to 40 pounds #IND2