Packaging Technician

About the role

The Packaging Technician position is available in Placon's Madison, WI facility to support thermoforming operations. This role involves inspecting and packaging parts to specification, operating finishing equipment, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and package products to meet quality standards
• Apply labels, maintain case sequence, and use case tapers
• Verify material for disposal or regrind and remove recycling tubs
• Follow dispatches, print work orders, and process skid/hold tags
• Complete Oracle transactions and perform rework as needed
• Identify and report quality issues; read drawings and packaging specs
• Maintain clean work areas, follow 5S, and use required PPE
• Participate in Good Catch safety activities and follow GMP/SQF practices

Requirements

No experience is necessary as training will be provided. This role is open to individuals who enjoy active, hands-on work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and speak English at a level required for training, safety, and quality
• Ability to identify color variation in materials (required for Print Department work)
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently
• Able to handle differing opinions and resolve conflict professionally while upholding The Placon Way

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Hands-on technical work
• Quality control
• Equipment operation
• Interpersonal communication

Benefits

• Night Shift Differentials: Rotational 12-hours Night Shift: $19.00 base + $1.14/hr. shift differential = $20.14/hr.
• Additional Time Off: Up to 182 days off per year compared to a traditional 8-hour schedule
• Built-In Overtime: 8 hours of overtime every two weeks
• Stable Full-Time Hours: Consistent work schedule with predictable time off

Pay

Starting base pay is $19.00/hr.

Schedule

• Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM | 2-2-3 rotational 12-hours
• Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM | 2-2-3 rotational 12-hours