Packer

PackerThe Packer prepares custom orders for shipment by safely packaging materials, building and securing pallets, and supporting loading operations in a large aerospace production facility. This role operates a variety of packing tools and equipment, inspects materials for quality and accuracy, and contributes to a clean, safe, and efficient warehouse environment. The position also offers the opportunity to obtain forklift certification and grow into higher-level roles within the facility.ResponsibilitiesPrepare custom orders for shipping by wrapping and banding items to pallets and boxing smaller parts according to specifications.Operate packing equipment, including crosscut saws, nail guns, staple guns, banding equipment, and stenciling equipment, to build and secure custom-sized pallets and packages.Inspect and verify orders (QI orders) to ensure correct materials, quantities, and specifications before shipment.Check material quality and gain working knowledge of specifications such as grade, temper, and alloy to ensure orders meet required standards.Assist with loading packaged orders onto trucks once forklift certified, following all safety procedures and guidelines.Support warehouse operations by handling general labor tasks, including inventory-related activities and material handling as needed.Maintain a clean and organized work area by sweeping floors daily, picking up trash, and cleaning tools and equipment on a regular basis.Follow all safety procedures and demonstrate a strong safety mindset while using saws, nail guns, staple guns, and other tools and equipment.Work cooperatively with team members, communicate clearly, and contribute to a drama-free, respectful, and productive workplace.Provide feedback and suggestions to help improve process efficiency and safety within the facility.Essential SkillsExperience in packaging or warehouse operations, including general labor and loading tasks.Prior warehouse and forklift experience is a plus and supports faster onboarding.Ability and willingness to use saws and tools such as staple guns and nail guns for packing and building custom-sized pallets.Strong safety mindset with a focus on following safety procedures and using equipment responsibly.Ability to cooperate with others, work effectively in a team environment, and communicate clearly.Reliability and punctuality, with a consistent attendance record and on-time work habits.Honesty and integrity in performing job duties and handling company property.Commitment to cleanliness, including maintaining a clean work area and tools.Respectful behavior, including kindness and treating others with dignity and respect.Basic inventory awareness and comfort working in a warehouse or production environment.Additional Skills & QualificationsPrevious experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or production setting is highly beneficial.Comfort working with power tools and equipment such as crosscut saws, nail guns, staple guns, banding tools, and stenciling equipment.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate issues or improvement ideas to supervisors and teammates.Ability to remain calm and professional, contributing to a drama-free and anger-free workplace.Interest in learning material specifications such as grade, temper, and alloy to support quality and accuracy.Motivation to pursue career growth into roles such as material handler, saw operator, or mill positions.Why Work Here?The company offers clear career growth, strong financial rewards, and a supportive culture focused on safety, respect, and continuous improvement. Everyone starts in an entry-level role with a defined path to advance into material handler, saw operator, and mill positions, creating long-term career opportunities. Employees receive a yearly tenure-based bonus, calculated as approximately $400 multiplied by each year of service, rewarding loyalty and commitment. The organization has grown year over year for nearly four decades, providing stability and confidence in long-term employment. A robust benefits package is designed to add significant value on top of base pay, with benefits estimated to equate to roughly an additional $11 per hour. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan with a 3% salary match, supporting long-term financial planning and retirement savings. The company also provides an annual footwear allowance, paying each employee a set amount per year to purchase new boots or shoes appropriate for the work environment. Team members benefit from various partnership discounts, including savings on products and services such as consumer electronics and mobile providers. The culture emphasizes safety, open feedback, and continuous improvement, giving employees a voice in how processes evolve and how the workplace operates.Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a 63,000-square-foot production facility serving the aerospace industry, offering a clean, organized, and open layout that supports safe and efficient forklift and material movement. The environment includes multiple mills and saws, with plans for additional equipment, including a new high-value saw, which contributes to increased manpower needs and promotion opportunities. The facility uses a range of industrial tools and packing equipment, such as crosscut saws, nail guns, staple guns, banding equipment, and stenciling equipment, requiring consistent adherence to safety practices. The company fosters a culture that encourages feedback from employees to improve process efficiency and safety, creating an environment where continuous improvement is part of daily operations. The organizational structure avoids heavy layers of director-level leadership, allowing for flexibility and the integration of practical, on-the-floor processes and ideas. The workplace emphasizes a drama-free, respectful atmosphere where safety, communication, and teamwork are core expectations. Dress typically aligns with a production and warehouse setting, including appropriate work boots or shoes, supported by an annual footwear allowance.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spokane Valley, WA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.55 - $20.55/hr.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)