PACKAGING TECHNICIAN

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Packaging Technician. This new hire will work in the Spice Mill Plant at 10901 Gilroy Road in Hunt Valley, MD. The Packaging Technician will report to a Production Team Manager.

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14,000 employees worldwide. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 160 countries and territories, we manufacture, market, and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce, retail,food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane, and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. Our Purpose is "To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor and our Vision is "A World United by Flavor—where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand."

As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Moving raw, packaging, and finished goods to, from, and within a department using mechanical and manual means. The work area is subject to temperature extremes.
• Performing product changeovers, package size changes, and minor repairs and adjustments on equipment. Operating processing, filling, and packaging production line equipment. Performing a consistent quality inspection of products and processes. Packing and palletizing finished goods. Operating trash and sieving compactor all in a safe manner. 
• Completing all related paperwork accurately. Maintaining accurate inventories.
• Using a computerized inventory management system and forklift to select orders.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic math, reading, and writing skill required.
• Basic computer knowledge is required.
• Strong clerical and numerical skills as related to production work required.
• Ability to move up to 50 lbs. frequently and occasionally up to 100 lbs. with required assistance.
• Results-focused with the ability to self-motivate and work under limited supervision required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and build relationships in a diverse team-based environment required.
• Demonstrated ability to use logical thinking and independent judgment to solve problems required.
• Ability to work overtime on short notice and weekends required.
• Forklift experience preferred; ability to operate a forklift required.
• Must be able to work in an environment subject to temperature extremes, exposure to forklift fumes, spice dust, odors, noise, and vibration.
• Excellent time management and organization skills are required.

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven mechanical ability strongly preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. 

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future. 

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future. 

Base Salary: $17.85/hr - $26.77/hr

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Dividend Program. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:
- Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
- Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
- Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans