Picker / Packer

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Opportunity summary:

The Picker/Packer will have a key role in the efficient distribution of our warehouse deliveries and arrivals

Hours: Mon - Fri, 8am – 4:30pm (overtime and weekends as needed)

Pay: $17.50 - $18/hr (dependent on experience) 

Location:  St. Charles, MO 63301

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions:

• Handle pick tickets/orders from warehouse management/staff to pull items from warehouse inventory.
• Use RF guns and other electronic equipment, as necessary.
• Physically pulls warehouse items by the stated number, size, color, quantity, quality, etc. requirements.
• Compare and inspect physical items pulled to the requirements of the pick ticket/order.
• Pack/wrap orders as required by item/delivery type and prepare for shipment.
• Transport orders to shipping locations/bins/docks using the proper material handling equipment.
• Ensure that orders are staged correctly for each delivery.
• Operate any material handling equipment following established safety guidelines.
• Assist in maintaining the security and safety of the warehouse.
• May assist in placing incoming items in inventory.
• Agility to stand and walk for extended periods of time as a primary job responsibility.
• Capacity to lift and carry up to 50lbs intermittently during a typical work shift.
• Observance of established safety guidelines in conducting physical work activity duties.
• Assist with conducting warehouse inventory counts as required. 
• Other duties as assigned

What You Need to Succeed:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One or more years’ experience coordinating shipments in a warehousing or distribution environment.
• Ability to perform tasks under pressure, and within a deadline driven environment.
• Ability to handle detail-oriented work to ensure proper items and quantities are picked to arrive at customers in good condition.
• General fluency in English required, verbal and written.

Physical Requirements:

• Perform job duties in severe weather conditions: heat, cold, rain, etc.
• Walk for distances of 100 yards repeatedly and without assistance.
• Lift 50 pounds and without assistance or equipment
• Utilize all material handling equipment without assistance.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time as a primary job responsibility.
• Observance of established safety guidelines in conducting physical work activity duties.

• Wear protective equipment as required.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence

• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits 
• 401k with company match
• Paid vacation time & holidays 
• Life Insurance & AD&D 
• Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement.

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