Packaging Technician - Level I

Under close supervision, the Packaging Technician supports site packaging operations by executing packing and re-packing activities, maintaining work area organization, and reporting opportunities for improvement in packaging materials, equipment, or processes. The role contributes to cross-functional teams addressing packaging-related concerns impacting safety, quality, and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Tasks

• Perform packaging and repackaging of products according to established methods and training.
• Sort, count, and prepare inventory for returnable packaging programs.
• Execute tasks related to returnable packaging control, including preparation and shipment to suppliers.
• Identify and report non-conformance issues with packaging materials or processes.
• Record packaging-specific data, including Global PDS work for EBU plants.
• Support global packaging programs including VPI supplier parts alignment (M0M5).

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in packaging-related continuous improvement initiatives.
• Actively contribute to enhancing quality, safety, material flow, and overall packaging process performance.

Health, Safety Environmental (HSE)

• Stop work and report hazards or incidents immediately.
• Comply with all HSE standards, policies, and regulations.
• Use appropriate PPE and engage in hazard identification and correction.
• Minimize environmental impact of work and promote safe practices.

Quality and Compliance

• Follow all standard work, work instructions, and quality procedures.
• Report and raise issues to prevent quality and cost exposure.
• Identify non-conforming materials and ensure compliance with export control/sanctions regulations where applicable.

Teamwork and Communication

• Maintain clear communication with team members and support staff.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and collaborative problem-solving.
• Contribute to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

External Qualifications and Competencies

Competencies:

• Collaborates Builds partnerships and works well in team settings to achieve shared goals.
• Communicates Effectively Delivers clear, audience-appropriate communication.
• Customer Focus Develops customer-oriented solutions and builds relationships.
• Decision Quality Makes sound, timely decisions to drive progress.
• Drives Results Delivers consistent, high-quality work, even under pressure.
• Ensures Accountability Takes responsibility for personal and team commitments.
• Self-Development Seeks growth opportunities through formal and informal learning.
• Values Differences Embraces diverse perspectives and cultures in the workplace.

Education, Licenses/Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Packaging diploma or post-graduation from Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP) preferred.
• Must have or be able to obtain certification for operating powered industrial vehicles (e.g., reach trucks, pallet riders).
• Compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations may require licensing.

Experience

• 0-2 years of experience.
• Prior work in automotive, manufacturing, or packaging industry preferred.

Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position

Technical and Functional Skills

• Environmentally Sustainable Packaging Principles Understands criteria for sustainable material selection and life cycle impact.
• Operations Integration in Industrial Packaging Applies packaging solutions aligned with manufacturing workflows.
• Packaging Distribution Conditions and Dynamics Evaluates environmental and dynamic conditions impacting package integrity.
• Packaging Material Knowledge Understands and applies material properties to select suitable packaging.
• Returnable Packaging Management Develops and supports systems for tracking, maintaining, and optimizing reusable packaging.
• Microsoft Office Basic proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Work Environment Additional Notes

• This is an entry-level, hands-on role based in a dynamic manufacturing setting.
• Flexibility to support additional duties as business needs evolve is expected.

Role: Foreman / Technician

Industry Type: Industrial Equipment / Machinery

Department: Production, Manufacturing & Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Role Category: Operations, Maintenance & Support

Education

UG: Diploma in Mechanical

PG: Any Postgraduate