Packer Job Description

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Packer Job Description

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Job summary 1

A Packer packs and inspects the product. Performs a visual and dimensional sampling to determine the overall acceptability of ware. Labels ware and track quantities. Communicates problems to supervisor. Stands for most of the work shift.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Requirements & Skills 1

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
One to three months of related experience and/or training preferred.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to speak clearly before groups of customers or employees.
- Basic Math skills: add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
- Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Job summary 2

The Packer maintains production and sanitary conditions by removing the product from the conveyor, inspecting the product, hand packing it into cartons, and performing described duties. This position receives general supervision and works according to standards.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Ensures that product is free from contamination by following rules of good manufacturing practices for disease control, personal practices, and uniform policy.
Ensures product protection by checking package integrity for good seals, proper price, code date, tape color, and product quality according to standard procedures #16 and #17 of Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points (HACCP).
Ensures good manufacturing procedures by following housekeeping standards.
Works in a team to pack products by assembling boxes, taking sealed bags of product off automated conveyor lines, taping boxes and placing them on skids; pulling sealed cases off automated packaging lines; or filling kegs and placing lids on containers.
- Stack sealed cases on skids according to stacking procedures under product pallet patterns and diagrams. Recognizes problems; shuts down machine and/or alerts machine operator according to standard procedures. Collects overruns in tubs and caddie bags and dumps as necessary according to standard procedures.
- Prepares cases for use on the next shift by stickering information on the side of the box including brand name, quantity in case, the weight of the bag, product type, if no salt, and UPC from the back of the bag.
- Ensures efficient and quality products and positive employee relations by complying with all employment policies, rules, regulations, safety procedures, good manufacturing procedures, and product protection standards and actively participating in all training requirements.

Requirements & Skills 2

Ability to keep up with fast-paced conveyor lines.
Mental alertness to identify quality issues.
Ability to understand and follow standard procedures.
Ability to identify words and numbers.
Ability to work as a team player.
Ability to notify machine operators or supervisors of production problems.
- Ability to work required shifts, meet attendance requirements and work overtime when required.
- Ability to stand for long periods except for breaks when employees can sit down.
- Ability to walk short distances in a packing area and the plant for general cleaning duties.

Job summary 3

The Packer is responsible for job duties as assigned in the following support areas: Bulk and Prep, Lit Sorter, Packing, and Mail Manifest. The assigned tasks may include visual quality control, manual material handling, and other indirect production tasks as assigned.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

Preparation of mail sacks and/or bulk containers for shipment
Visual inspection and labeling of containers
Visual inspection of products
- Ensure each package receives the correct paperwork, envelopes, packing, and or shipping labels before sealing and sending packages
- Orientation of packages for the sortation system
- Manual material handling, storage and stocking

Requirements & Skills 3

Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs
High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job summary 4

Packer is responsible for the safe, secure, and accurate packaging of customer orders.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Efficiently pack customer orders ensuring the correct number and product is loaded and shipped.
Verify that the entire order picked matches the packing slip.
Transport orders to shipping locations utilizing manual material handling equipment.
Repack and weigh orders that require special handling.
- Select the applicable packaging (box/container) for the order. Insert applicable packaging material, construct, and seal once completed. Affix the packaging label to the outside of the package.
- Assist in physical inventories.
- Maintain a clean, neat, orderly, and safe work area.

Requirements & Skills 4

No experience or education requirements

Job summary 5

We are looking for a Packer to join our facility.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Pack, package, fill, and/or label by hand a wide variety of products and materials.
Meet production quotas in a faced paced manufacturing facility.
Ensure products meet quality standards by visually inspecting products.
- Uses inventory control systems to maintain accurate totals of all inventory.
- Prepares finished product for final shipment.
- Responsible for maintaining a neat, clean, and safe working environment at all times.

Requirements & Skills 5

High school degree or equivalent required.
Must be comfortable with standing while working.
Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
Must be able to lift, bend and twist repeatedly.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment to meet production goals.
- Must be comfortable with wearing PPE.
- Ability to read and write and understand the English language.

Job summary 6

You will serve as a Packer which delivers combat capability through logistics by teaming with partners and customers to provide supply chain management, procurement, contracting and transportation services, and technical and customer support.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

You will perform a wide variety of standardized and specialized packing and preservation of hazardous and non-hazardous items.
- You will perform custom packing using bracketing, suspending, mounting, and slot hanging.
- You will operate hand and power tools common to the Packer trade.
- You operate forklifts, trucks, and other material-handling equipment.

Requirements & Skills 6

Must be a US Citizen.
You must be willing to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators, and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
You must be willing to obtain and maintain a current license for all assigned equipment, including forklifts and heavy equipment.
You must complete a pre-appointment physical examination
- You must be able to distinguish colors and shades of colors.
- This position is subject to working an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements.
- Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required.

Job summary 7

Responsible for picking customer orders selected directly from primary product locations within the production areas. Also responsible for boxing customer orders for shipping that have been picked and loaded onto carts. Verifies information on location labels and customer packing lists to maintain high accuracy. Uses a coversheet and cart for voice-directed picking.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Receives coversheet and assigned cart for each series of orders, logs onto the voice system to begin the voice-directed picking process. Moves the cart through the product bin aisles and picks the corresponding products from product bins, places the correct product and quantity into the cart, placing small items into bags or bands together for easier identification.
Verifies product during the picking process and may verify during the packing process.
May maintain daily individual production records, which are reviewed by the supervisor, by writing down the time particular tasks are performed.
After completing the cart return the cart to the staging area and may begin the process of packing the customer orders by verifying products selected for customer orders and checking off as appropriate on packing lists.
Select appropriately sized boxes or envelopes for shipment to avoid the bending, crushing, or shifting of items during delivery. Packs all orders neatly and correctly in a box to ensure quality. This involves packing glass items appropriately in bubble wrap, placing small items in a bag, placing all liquids in a bag, and packing the standing upright. Follows proper packing procedures.
Reports any error in product selection or quality to the appropriate team member or area and/or corrects the order as necessary before shipment.
- Sends along the conveyor system to the appropriate location for packing material to be added and the boxes to be sealed, then places packed customer orders on the conveyor system to take to the appropriate location for shipment. Special orders are processed using the special order process.
- Disposes of empty boxes and packaging appropriately to maintain safe and clean working conditions.
- Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required

Requirements & Skills 7

Knowledge of basic warehousing operations preferred.
Good reading, writing, math, and computer skills.
Good communication (written/verbal) skills.
Detail oriented and accountable for making accurate decisions under set guidelines.
Good problem-solving skills.
- Ability to follow instructions, work under stress, and handle multiple assignments.
- Ability to read the fine print and differentiate products with similar characteristics (size, color, vendor code).
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred, or comparable work experience.

Job summary 8

The Packer is responsible for ensuring clean pouches meeting specifications for the specific product flavor are manually packed into the correct retail or shipping container, sealing the containers, and stacking the completed containers onto pallets as a finished product. The Packer ensures that each package has the correct pouch count, identifying codes and labels, and is organized for shipment onto pallets by their specific flavor, as required, and/or as directed.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Requirements & Skills 8

Basic ability to read, write and count required.
Regular and reliable attendance required.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times in the Production Area.
- Must be able to communicate with all levels of management and maintenance.
- Safe use of a hot glue gun and sharp instruments.

Job summary 9

The Packer's primary duty is to perform a variety of tasks within the distribution center that supports the ability of the facility to fill and ship customer orders that meet customer requirements. This position requires an individual who is willing to transfer between jobs on an as-needed basis.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Picks and/or packs or stocks products to be shipped to customers using a radio frequency (RF) device.
- Ensures product is picked and/or packed or stocked timely and with a high level of quality.
- Observes all safety and work guidelines.
- Maintains work area in a clean and orderly manner.

Requirements & Skills 9

Must be able to read shipping labels that are printed in English
Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Must have good quality and good attendance
- Occasional overhead reaching and lifting required
- Must be able to carry up to 35 pounds consistently

Job summary 10

We are looking for a Packer to join our team.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

May pack bows, bags of bows, or pack spools or spools of ribbon. May apply labels to product.
Sorts out bad bows or substandard ribbon spools when hand packing.
Label, erect, and pack cartons, according to order specifications.
- Complete necessary paperwork including timesheet, assignment details, and scrap log as well as any other required paperwork.
- Work safely.
- Other responsibilities as required.

Requirements & Skills 10

Must be 16 years or older
Ability to work independently
Reliable transportation
- Approximately 45 cubic feet required to pick up and return the product
- Ability to keep detailed, accurate paperwork
- Ability to perform work to established quality expectations and productivity standards

Frequently asked questions

What does a packer do?

A packer is a professional who works in a warehouse or manufacturing facility and is responsible for packaging products or materials for shipment or storage. They work with various products such as food, clothing, electronics, and industrial materials.

The job duties of a packer may include:

Reading and interpreting product specifications to ensure that the correct packaging materials are used

Measuring and weighing products to ensure that they meet specifications and are correctly labeled

Operating packaging machinery such as sealing machines, bagging machines, and labeling machines

Assembling and packing products in boxes or other containers, ensuring that they are packed safely and efficiently

Inspecting products for defects or damage and reporting any issues to the appropriate personnel

Labeling and marking packages with appropriate information such as weight, destination, and shipping information

Preparing shipping documents and coordinating with shipping carriers to ensure that packages are shipped on time.

What makes a good packer?

To be a successful packer, one needs to have a combination of technical and personal skills, including:

Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in measuring, labeling, and packaging products

Good communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with other team members and supervisors

Physical stamina to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects, and perform repetitive tasks

Familiarity with packaging equipment and technology

Basic computer skills to complete paperwork and use inventory management software

Time management skills to manage multiple packaging tasks and meet deadlines

Flexibility and adaptability to changing packaging needs and priorities.

Overall, a good packer should be able to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment and be able to pay close attention to details while working safely and accurately. A strong work ethic, good communication skills, and a willingness to learn and adapt are also essential for success as a packer.

Olivia Powell
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Last updated Sep 30

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