Warehouse Packaging Associate - 1st Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm

Become a vital part of the WAI Distribution Center team, a globally recognized leader in automotive parts manufacturing and distribution. We're actively seeking Packaging Associates to join our lively and dynamic crew! Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, paid time off and holidays, exciting events, growth opportunities, a welcoming work atmosphere. Take advantage of fantastic incentives, including a $1000 attendance bonus and a $500 referral bonus! As a Packer, you will provide valuable support to various areas within the distribution process, including quality control and assembly. Your attention to detail and commitment to efficiency will contribute to our overall success. Join our team and be a vital part of delivering high-quality products to our customers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform packaging operations based on customer orders.
• Effectively operate packaging machinery.
• Ensure timely completion of packaging orders.
• Clean machines and work area at the end of each shift.
• Generate and submit daily reports on work order completion to the supervisor.
• Manually load bags and cartons onto pallets as necessary.
• Modify packaging and weigh bags to meet customer specifications.
• Carry out production tasks such as manual lifting, packaging, taping, labeling, and sorting.
• Prepare labels for shipment in accordance with work orders and customer requirements.
• Verify label accuracy in terms of quantity.
• Notify the supervisor of any shortages.
• Adhere to packaging guidelines and accepted methods/practices for labeling and shipping.
• Maintain product stock in the work area.
• Organize work orders and ensure they correspond accurately to the labeled items.
• Read work orders and verify that the materials pulled for packaging match the requirements.
• Confirm the alignment of all numbers with the work order.
• Make necessary adjustments to work orders if there is a shortage of materials, based on the work order specifications.
• Participate in a collaborative work environment utilizing effective communication and willingness to cross train to enhance team productivity, versatility, and skill development.
• Comply with comprehensive safety protocols and participate in ongoing training to ensure a secure work environment and maintain a safety-conscious culture.
• Follow all 5S principles and guidelines daily to optimize workflow, efficiency, and a clean work environment.
• Undertakes additional responsibilities and tasks as directed by management.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, & Skills required)

• Preferred: High School Diploma or an equivalent qualification; 1 years’ experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities.
• Capable of following instructions and responding to management direction.
• Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exhibits experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Has the ability to read and interpret various documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Possesses effective verbal communication skills

Experience

• 2 year(s): Related Experience

Education

• High School or better

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization