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Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.
Packer - 2nd shift
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Packager consolidates and packages goods for safe and efficient storage and transport. Works at a factory or at a trade or transportation facility.
$36,461 / year median in Illinois
-2% projected decline
Job Description
The Packer will pack bagged product into boxes and/or stack cases onto pallets. Essential Functions include but are not limited to inspecting, monitoring, and communicating problems with equipment or product to the Lead Packer.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assemble and prepare bags and boxes. Ensure proper coding and sealing of bags and boxes before packing into cases or onto pallets. Ensure proper stacking and placement of finished cases on pallets. Understand different case packs and weight ranges of product. Understand Company quality standards for product defects and immediately report excessive defect levels to the Lead Packer or Team Leader. Monitor packing equipment to ensure everything is working correctly. Communicate with co-workers at shift change regarding situations that have or may impact production operation. Demonstrate good working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Sanitation Practices (GSP). Perform work within Company quality standards and governmental regulatory standards. Follow all safety rules and regulations. Practice 5s and clean as you go. Performs other duties as assigned, such as sorting (visually inspecting raw product for deficiencies), lidding (placing lids on lasagna trays) or noodling (placing noodles onto lasagna layers).JOB QUALIFICATIONS
A High School Diploma or GED required. Experience in a food manufacturing plant is preferred Good communication skills (reading, writing and verbal) are essential to interface with co-workers, Team Leaders and Managers Must be willing to work together with co-workers as part of a team; also, must be self-motivated and able to work with little or no supervision Pay rate: $18.25/hr base pay + $1.00/hr shift differential.https:
//www.afnabenefits.com/2026/benefits-hubJob Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $18.25 per hour Expected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings