Inspector Packer

Amcor•Syracuse, NY

11d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Inspector Packer plays a key role in ensuring customer satisfaction, product quality, and efficient production flow. This position is responsible for inspecting plastic products for defects, packaging finished goods, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting continuous production operations within a clean and safe manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous manufacturing, inspection, or packaging experience is helpful but not required.
Strong attention to detail and ability to spot defects quickly.
Ability to follow written procedures, safety rules, and documentation standards.
Basic math and counting skills for production paperwork.
Standing and walking for extended periods throughout the shift (typically 8–12 hours).
Repetitive arm and hand motions required for inspecting, sorting, and packing parts.
Bending, reaching, and stooping to retrieve parts, handle packaging materials, and clear work areas.
Continuous lifting of boxes, trays, or materials typically up to 25–35 lbs; occasional lifts up to 40 lbs depending on product. Lifting can be overhead.
Manual dexterity to handle small plastic parts, perform visual inspections, and operate basic hand tools safely.
Ability to push or pull carts or pallets with moderate force using manual handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks), if required for the workstation.
Strong visual acuity for detecting product defects such as contamination, flash, deformities, or discoloration.
Hearing ability to recognize alarms, machine sounds, and verbal instructions in an industrial environment.
Attention to detail and sustained focus for quality checks and accurate documentation.
Ability to work 12‑hour rotating shift, overtime, weekends, and nights based on production demand.

Responsibilities

Inspect plastic parts for defects such as contamination, deformities, or inconsistencies.
Ensure that only high‑quality products are packaged and shipped.
Monitor quality throughout production runs and communicate issues promptly.
Accurately complete production forms, labels, part counts, and other required documentation.
Package finished products according to customer and company specifications.
Safely operate basic tools and equipment to prepare boxes and materials for palletizing.
Maintain continuous production flow by monitoring machine output and packaging parts efficiently.
Assist Machine Operators and production staff to maintain throughput and reduce downtime.
Follow all Amcor safety procedures, including PPE, machine guarding, and hazard reporting.
Adhere to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP, and food safety standards.
Keep the work area clean by removing scrap, wiping down equipment, and organizing materials.
Maintain safe work habits and immediately report unsafe conditions or near‑misses.
Communicate clearly with team members about quality concerns, machine behavior, or material shortages.
Perform additional tasks as assigned by supervision or leadership.
Support production goals by maintaining efficiency and cooperating with team members across shifts.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)