Production Packaging Associate
About the job
- Basic mathematical skills.
- Basic computer experience.
- Ability to complete Altium Production/Packaging Associate I training within 90 days of hire.
- Ability to stand and walk frequently; use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work around moving mechanical parts in a production environment, loud noise, and fluctuating temperatures.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment in the production department and other designated areas.
- Ability to work mandatory overtime when required by business needs.
- Demonstrate safe work practices by wearing correct personal protective equipment and following safety policies.
- Adhere to the company’s General Manufacturing Policies and work schedule.
- Keep the work area neat, clean, and organized.
- Monitor conveyor belts and clear bottle jams from production lines.
- Pick up dropped bottles from the production floor and place them into designated bins.
- Place discarded bottles into the grinder, when applicable.
- Inspect bottle quality during production, packaging, and labeling.
- Perform bottle inspections, including drop tests for designated lines.
- Immediately escalate bottle abnormalities, defects, and quality issues.
- Monitor packaging-material supply levels and replenish materials as needed.
- Ensure correct labeling, bottle descriptions, and product packaging according to specific customer requirements.
- Move finished goods to designated areas.
- Set up and organize workstations efficiently.
- Maintain inventory levels and restock supplies to facilitate smooth transitions between shifts.
- Perform other duties assigned by management.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
About the company
Altium Packaging makes rigid plastic packaging and containers, including bottles, jugs, and other containers for beverage, food, household chemical, and personal care markets. It offers end-to-end packaging solutions: package design, engineering, and manufacturing, enabling customers to develop their brands through tailored packaging. The company differentiates itself by being a leader in sustainable packaging, including offering 100% recycled plastic bottles and ongoing use of post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials, alongside its customer-centric design and full-service approach. Its goal is to help brands grow with packaging that meets their functional needs while advancing sustainable practices in packaging.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$2B
Headquarters
Atlanta, Georgia
Founded
1999
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Plastic Industries and Andersen Plastics acquisitions expanded capacity in 2022 and 2025.
- Altium's 100% recycled bottles and high-PCR claims win brands chasing 2026 sustainability targets.
- More than 65 facilities let Altium localize supply and cut freight for beverage customers.
What critics are saying
- Revenue depends on virgin resin and PCR spreads, squeezing margins when resin markets shift.
- Leadership turnover from Sean Fallmann to John Mooers on July 7, 2025 disrupts execution.
- Any missed FDA, New Jersey PCR, or OSHA compliance triggers customer losses and shutdowns.
What makes Altium Packaging unique
- Altium Packaging runs 65 North American facilities and 4,000 employees as of August 2026.
- Envision Plastics supplies FDA-cleared EcoPrime® PCR for food-contact packaging in 2026.
- John Mooers, ex-Silgan, became CEO on July 7, 2025, sharpening operating discipline.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development Budget
Company News
"Coming together on National Recycling Day to celebrate this achievement is incredibly fulfilling, and I'm proud of our team and the commitment to being the industry's preferred supplier of fit-for-food contract HDPE PCR." said Altium Packaging's President and Chief Executive Officer, Sean Fallmann. .