Packager I

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain assigned equipment by performing required pre-operational, in process and post batch inspections.
• Immediately report any possibilities of contamination, needed mechanical repair or safety issues to the Production Supervisor.
• Ensure packaged products are secured for shipping.
• Check product for quality and discard damaged product.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, facility and equipment by following routine housekeeping standards.
• Cap or plug hose and plumbing fittings when not in use.
• Properly store all properly capped, covered or closed operating supplies such as raw materials, drums, totes, etc. in their designated locations before the end of the shift.
• Remove empty raw material containers, packages, bags, and sacks before the end of the shift.
• Equipment must be kept clean of raw material residue, chemicals and adhesive.
• Sweep and mop work areas as needed and at the end of each shift.
• Rinse mop heads and mop buckets and return to the proper storage area after each use.
• Returns cleaning equipment to assigned area after each use.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Educational Requirements

• A high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Experience in a related field.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• A valid state driver’s license, with a good driving record.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Information & Compensation & Benefits

• Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
• Schedule: Monday – Friday from 6:00 AM- 2:30 PM
• Pay: This position has a salary range of $19.00- $20.00 per hour.
• Bonus Pay: Meridian offers an incentive plan for 2025 focused on safety, quality, and financial metrics. Eligible employees have the opportunity to earn up to $1,520 a year, with earned payments distributed quarterly throughout the year.
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits, Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account Plans, Retirement Plan with company contributions, Generous Paid Time Off plan increasing based on seniority, 11 Company Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Company Paid Life Insurance, Company Paid Short Term Disability, Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program, Annual Paid Volunteer Day, Employee Assistance Program

Why Join US

• Meridian is a leading name in the adhesives industry, renowned for delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to clients worldwide.
• We are guided by our core values - Safety & Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, and Teamwork - and are driven to make a meaningful impact in everything we do.
• We are committed to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive, grow, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and help shape the future of our industry.