At Sunstar Americas, Inc., we firmly believe that our people are the foundation of our success. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and agile culture that ensures we deliver high-quality, innovative products to consumers and oral care professionals. Our team-oriented approach encourages creative thinking and nurtures a positive work environment and productive relationships. With dedication, hard work, and a shared vision, we can continue to make SAI a leader in our industry. Join us and become part of our global team, where together, we can achieve success and contribute to a better future. Why Work at Sunstar? Sunstar's mission is to enhance the health and well-being of people everywhere via its four business areas: mouth and body, health and beauty, healthy home, safety and technology. Position Summary: Follow instructions of the Lead Operator, work instructions/SOPs, perform duties to operate manufacturing machinery, inspect and package final product while adhering to Good Manufacturing/Documentation Practices standards. Dept 57 - Packaging:
- Feed product into machinery as directed by the Lead Operator.
- Ensure no debris/contamination is on the product and materials.
- Apply shipper and inner package labels as necessary.
- Replenish cartons, cards, literature, blisters, PVC, and lid stock as needed.
- Adjust and clear simple jams or contact Line Lead for complex jams.
- Monitor the quality of the product being packaged for proper orientation, correct date code, and clear complete package.
- Place correct quantity of product into bags as specified on work order and assembly specifications.
- Weight count product to assure correct count. Apply stamp to carton and write badge number in the appropriate location on carton.
- Notify the Lead Operator of the upcoming changeover where applicable.
- Inform the Material Handler/Shop Floor Coordinator of material shortages.
Education
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
Knowledge/Experience
- Prior manufacturing experience preferred
Skills
- Must be able to read, speak and comprehend written work instructions that are presented in English for the effective performance of the position.
- Good communication skills and detail oriented
- Mechanical Aptitude
Abilities
- Ability to read and follow SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures)
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions/direction
- Inclusiveness/Teamwork: respects ideas and contributions of everyone
- Quality & Continuous Improvement: strives for efficient, high-quality performance in themselves and the department
What Makes Sunstar Special is:
- A business focused on health and wellness of people around the world
- High Quality Products
- Beautiful state-of-the-art facility
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Corporate Social Responsibility Program and partnership with charitable organization
- Strong value placed on company culture
- Excellent, comprehensive insurance coverage that includes Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits.
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Employee discount on Sunstar products
- 401K retirement plan with 2.5% employer match (Pretax and Roth options)
- 401K profit sharing contribution based on company performance.
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off. Pet, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance Plans
- Competitive bonus
- On-site café
- On Site Fitness Center
- Corporate Perks Discount Program (Auto, Retail, Electronics, Entertainment, Computers, Personal Vacations, Cell Phones, Movie Tickets, Eating Out and Much More)
- Holiday Lunches
- Beautifully maintained walking trails
- Hybrid Schedule (certain departments)
- Numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.
- Recognition and Rewards Programs
- Pizza With the President
- Anniversary, Birthday and New Hire Announcements
If you'd enjoy a career helping others attain overall health through oral health, consider joining the Sunstar Americas, Inc. team. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)