Natasha Broadwater
Beech Island,SC
Summary
Dynamic Packaging Specialist II at Pactiv Evergreen with strong communication skills and expertise in packaging material testing. Achieved significant waste reduction through innovative design and sustainable practices, while ensuring compliance with labeling regulations. Committed to continuous improvement, I enhanced product protection and trained team members to uphold high-quality standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Packaging Specialist II
Pactiv Evergreen
Beech Island, SC
01.2006 - Current
- Ensured adherence to regulations for labeling, shipping, and storage of packaged goods.
- Reduced waste by optimizing packaging design and utilizing sustainable materials.
- Enhanced product protection with thorough testing and analysis of packaging solutions.
- Reviewed competitor products and analyzed their packaging strategy to ensure our organization maintained a competitive edge.
- Maintained accurate inventory records, ensuring timely replenishment of supplies as needed.
- Troubleshot issues arising during the production process and implemented solutions that prevented future occurrences.
- Trained new team members in packaging processes to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Conducted regular audits of packaging operations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Engaged in ongoing enhancement initiatives aimed at cost reduction while upholding high-quality standards for all facility-produced packages.
- Executed pre-packaging assessments to eliminate the risk of sending damaged products.
- Inspected packaging to ensure quality before shipment.
- Packed, weighed and shipped items per customer specifications.
- Handled tape machines, scales, and label printers to achieve precise packaging.
- Arranged products in packaging according to their dimensions.
- Operated manual pallet jacks and forklifts to move and store materials.
- Performed packaging tasks alongside team to demonstrate proper methods according to labor plan and assigned tasks.
- Placed items into bags, boxes or other containers.
- Organized packaging by constructing necessary boxes, cartons, and containers.
- Assessed goods to ensure quality standards were met.
- Cleaned and maintained production area and equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded items from production line.
- Organized and arranged completed products.
- Counted items to verify accuracy of orders.
- Ensured proper packaging by correcting damaged or incorrect packages.
- Loaded items onto conveyor belts and pallets.
- Labeled containers, container tags or products.
- Utilized different materials to ensure packages were sealed.
- Secured items for storage or shipment.
- Utilized adhesive labels and other materials to package items.
- Performed timely modifications to packaging systems to prevent disruptions.
- Adjusted machine settings to accommodate different items and packaging materials.
Education
No Degree -
Aiken Technical College
Aiken, SCHigh School Diploma -
Silver Bluff High School
Aiken, SC06.1995
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Packaging material testing
- Labeling compliance
- Continuous improvement initiatives
Timeline
Packaging Specialist II
Pactiv Evergreen
01.2006 - Current
No Degree -
Aiken Technical College
High School Diploma -
Silver Bluff High School