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Inspector Packer (First Shift)

TOPPAN Packaging Americas, Hickory, NC, United States


Position:

Inspector Packer (First Shift)

Location:

Hickory, NC

Shift:

8 hour first shift M-F

Pay Rate:

$18.76/hour

Summary Description
Reporting to the Converting Supervisor, the Pouch Assistant (Inspector Packer) is responsible for inspecting and packaging bags to ensure all products meet customer specifications and quality standards. This role plays a key part in maintaining production flow, supporting machine operations, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality requirements.

What You’ll Be Doing

Inspect and pack bags from assigned machines to ensure products meet order specifications and quality standards

Operate bag machines safely and efficiently

Follow all food safety and regulatory compliance requirements

Review production orders for accuracy and proper setup

Verify sealers are properly closed and functioning

Monitor strip rolls for proper placement

Record start counts and production data accurately

Work closely with Set-Up team members to confirm order accuracy and machine readiness

Perform minor machine adjustments (eye positioning, wicket pins, lip/print alignment)

Conduct regular quality checks and complete required documentation

Build and label boxes with correct counts, machine numbers, and order details

Seal and move completed boxes according to order instructions

Complete end-of-order documentation accurately

Maintain a clean and organized work area

Communicate key information during shift transitions

Assist with physical inventory counts as needed

We’d Love to Hear From You If

You have experience working in a high-speed manufacturing environment

You have strong attention to detail

You are committed to quality and safety

You communicate effectively with team members

You take a proactive approach to problem-solving

You demonstrate strong attendance and reliability

Benefits
At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources

Paid time off and holidays

Company‑paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer
TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.

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