Packing Specialist, Part-Time

ABOUT PERUVIAN CONNECTION:

Peruvian Connection creates artisan-made, luxury fiber knitwear clothing designs based on ethnographic textiles from around the world. In addition to its signature knitwear, the collection also offers a range of romantic dresses and imaginatively handcrafted accessories. We are an international, multi-channel marketer with stores in the US and the UK. As a family company, we enjoy a high level of employee commitment. Take a look at our exciting products and proud history at www.peruvianconnection.com to learn more.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Pay close attention to detail, check to ensure that items being packed are free of any defects.
• Check the invoice against the garment hangtags to ensure the correct item(s), including color and size(s), are being packed.
• Check the ship via to ensure the correct box and packaging are being used.
• Ensure that the packaging is neat and secure.
• Prepare items for shipping, which may include ironing or pressing, steaming and/or folding.
• Prepare gift packaging for outbound orders as required, which includes making bows.
• Include all applicable information inserts in each outbound package.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Replenish packing supplies on the individual packing station daily (tape, care cards, special inserts).
• Clean the surface of the packing station daily to ensure a clean, smooth working surface.
• Assist in returns, shipping, warehouse or receiving as required.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to receive and follow instructions accurately.
• Proficient in spelling and grammar.
• Proficient in reading.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Routine demands standing for an entire shift.
• Lifting up to 20 pounds regularly (each order varies in weight).
• Regularly pushing carts loaded with up to 35 pounds.
• Regular bending, stretching and walking.
• Other Demands (when assisting in shipping, warehousing or receiving):
  • Transporting boxes up to 20 pounds each.
  • Lifting tubs/baskets up to 30 pounds each.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to alpaca wool fiber
• Cardboard dust

Peruvian Connection is an EOE and we value diversity and inclusion.

APPLY FOR THIS POSITION:

Interested applicants can apply by sending their resumé to hr@peruvianconnection.com or complete our application for employment, save it to your computer and attach it to an email to hr@peruvianconnection.com. Please note, Firefox browser users will receive a prompt at the top of the page to download the file in order to complete the form. Before submitting any information to Peruvian Connection, please review our Job Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection. Please note, Firefox browser users will receive a prompt at the top of the page to download the file in order to complete the form. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peruvian Connection, please contact Human Resources by phone at 1.913.845.6011 or by email at hr@peruvianconnection.com.