Packaging Associate, 1st shift
Company
Sunny Sky Products LLC
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
13 an hour
Posted
14 days ago
Via
ZipRecruiter
Job Description
Sunny Sky Products prides itself on our commitment and dedication to creating, manufacturing and delivering top quality products in the beverage industry. We have generated an extensive product portfolio that includes frozen dispensed beverages, cold dispensed, hot dispensed and beverage enhancers.
We are seeking a Packaging Associate who will work on packaging lines, producing liquid and powdered beverage concentrates. Also works on maintaining cleanliness of production area in accordance with GMP guidelines. Retain and identify samples of all production batches. Check for application and accuracy of codes on all packages. Rotate raw materials on FIFO basis and maintains cleanliness of raw material areas.
working Hours
• Monday- Friday and occasional Saturdays from 6AM - 2:30PM
Salary
• $13.00 per hour
Sign up Bonus up to $500.00
Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage.
• Life Insurance
• 10 Paid Holidays
• PTO - Vacation Time or sick time.
• 401K Program and Company Match up to 3.5%
• Company STD & LTD (Short term & Long-term disability)
• Perfect Attendance Monthly Bonus Program up to $100.00
• Employee Referral Bonus Program up to $500.00
Responsibilities
• Pack and stack finished products.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment in work area including daily greasing and lubrication.
• Run various filling and packaging machines as required. (training will be provided)
• Keep accurate records of all daily cleaning and PM functions.
• Keep accurate label records of all items.
Requirements
• Must be able to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to keep complete and accurate written records.
• Must be able and open to learn the operation of new pieces of filling equipment and be able to advance within company.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule.
• High school Diploma or equivalent (Preferred).
For more information about our company please visit our website at www.sunnyskyproducts.com
Sunny Sky Products is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.
We are seeking a Packaging Associate who will work on packaging lines, producing liquid and powdered beverage concentrates. Also works on maintaining cleanliness of production area in accordance with GMP guidelines. Retain and identify samples of all production batches. Check for application and accuracy of codes on all packages. Rotate raw materials on FIFO basis and maintains cleanliness of raw material areas.
working Hours
• Monday- Friday and occasional Saturdays from 6AM - 2:30PM
Salary
• $13.00 per hour
Sign up Bonus up to $500.00
Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage.
• Life Insurance
• 10 Paid Holidays
• PTO - Vacation Time or sick time.
• 401K Program and Company Match up to 3.5%
• Company STD & LTD (Short term & Long-term disability)
• Perfect Attendance Monthly Bonus Program up to $100.00
• Employee Referral Bonus Program up to $500.00
Responsibilities
• Pack and stack finished products.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment in work area including daily greasing and lubrication.
• Run various filling and packaging machines as required. (training will be provided)
• Keep accurate records of all daily cleaning and PM functions.
• Keep accurate label records of all items.
Requirements
• Must be able to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to keep complete and accurate written records.
• Must be able and open to learn the operation of new pieces of filling equipment and be able to advance within company.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule.
• High school Diploma or equivalent (Preferred).
For more information about our company please visit our website at www.sunnyskyproducts.com
Sunny Sky Products is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.
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