Packer

STARTING RATE $17.48 per hour (Rate/Salary may vary based on skills, experience level, and position hired for)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews work orders, pick tickets, packing slips, and shipping instructions to determine packing requirements and shipment priorities.
• Inspects products for damage, defects, or discrepancies prior to packaging.
• Selects appropriate packaging materials, including boxes, cartons, pallets, shrink wrap, and protective fillers.
• Packs products securely to prevent damage during handling and transportation.
• Labels packages accurately and prepares shipments according to company and carrier requirements.
• Verifies quantities, item descriptions, and order information before shipment.
• Operates warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, tape machines, and barcode scanners as required.
• Assists in loading and unloading materials and shipments.
• Maintains inventory accuracy by reporting shortages, overages, and damaged goods.
• Organizes and maintains a clean, safe, and efficient work area.
• Complies with all warehouse procedures, quality standards, and productivity goals.
• Assists with cycle counts, inventory checks, and stock replenishment activities as assigned.
• Collaborates with warehouse personnel, shipping staff, supervisors, and other departments to resolve order and inventory issues.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Performs other duties and activities as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Performing only those jobs on which they have been trained and/or authorized.
• Working in accordance with safe job practices and complying with company safety rules.
• Using required personal protective equipment.
• Reporting unsafe conditions or practices.
• Making safety suggestions.
• Serving on the safety committee if requested.
• Cooperating during investigation of any accidents that occur.
• Taking an active part and participating in safety meetings, pre-job safety briefings, task hazard analyses, and Job Safety Analyses.
• Following proper material handling and lifting techniques.
• Maintaining housekeeping and cleanliness standards within the warehouse.