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Job Title: Packaging Specialist

Location: Leavenworth, KS 66048

Duration: 1- 2 Month Contract

Pay Rtae: $16.69 Per Hour

Description:

The Packaging Specialist position reports through the Leavenworth Production Center and may be in multiple departments. Individuals in these departments perform a variety of hand-oriented duties. This position can be in any department that has work for the Packaging Specialist role based on business need.

The Leavenworth Packaging Specialist performs a variety of hand oriented duties that may include any or all of the following: unloading product (gift wrap, tissue, gift bags, etc.) from a conveyor, table, etc. and placing on a skid, in stock boxes, on fixtures or cartons. May feed batch heads or operate manual equipment. May assist in production of products by tending the press, feeding and boxing completed products. May set up and operate label machines to provide a variety of printed labels. Incumbent is responsible for assisting with make ready, checking for production quality, preventive maintenance and handling required paperwork.

Responsible for reporting production related information and cleaning the equipment and work area. May assemble and pack various display units. May read and follow store floor plans and merchandising instructions. Positively participates in performance dialogues and other team problem-solving activities to effectively influence how we will accomplish the department goals within shorter periods of time. Flexibility is key as the incumbent will be expected to learn and perform multiple assignments within this job classification and may be assigned to multiple departments.

In this position you will

- Assist with all aspects of the different assignments with a focus on cross-training between departments. Assist with make-readies and inspect cards.

- Assist the operator with maintaining specified production, such as throughput, OEE, etc., by placing product onto flat skid or in carton boxes or pack

wholesale unit into cartons. Feed and pack product into cartons, stack cartons on a pallet and maintain specified production.

- Execute Quality System including preflight, checking products for accuracy, sampling plan, and the removal of salvage/spoilage by using a guide, shop sample

or other approved methods.

- Utilize good safety practices.

Basic Qualifications

You're at least 18 years of age

You're able to read, write and understand English

You have the ability to constantly stand, walk, twist, bend, and reach above shoulder level

You have the ability to constantly use repetitive hand/wrist motion and perform fine motor skills

You have the ability to grasp, pull, lift, and carry products up to 30 pounds frequently and 60 pounds occasionally

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Previous warehouse, production, or packer/packaging experience

Strong communication- and problem-solving skills

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates : Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.