Packaging Technician

**DESCRIPTION**

**Job Summary**

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 (M0-M5).

**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.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

**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.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**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.

**Job** Logistics

**Organization** Cummins Inc.

**Role Category** Hybrid

**Job Type** Shop

**ReqID** 2414088

**Relocation Package** No