Packout Associate

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Position Summary

The Packout Associate is responsible for accurately picking, packing, and preparing customer orders in a refrigerated production environment. This role ensures all items are selected according to order specifications, packaged correctly, and staged for distribution while maintaining strict quality, food safety, and efficiency standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Pick and fulfill customer orders accurately based on pick tickets, order sheets, or system instructions
• Pack finished goods (meals, produce, or products) according to company standards
• Verify item accuracy, quantities, and product quality before packing
• Label, seal, and stage orders for delivery or distribution
• Operate packing equipment and materials (scales, label printers, sealing equipment, etc.)
• Maintain organization of inventory and finished goods within refrigerated storage areas
• Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) and proper product rotation procedures
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards (GMP, HACCP, sanitation practices)
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Meet daily productivity and accuracy targets
• Communicate any discrepancies, shortages, or quality issues to supervisors

Qualifications

• Previous experience in warehouse, fulfillment, or food production environments preferred
• Experience with order picking, packing, or inventory handling is a plus
• Ability to work in cold/refrigerated environments for extended periods
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a fast-paced setting
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8+ hours)
• Frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs
• Repetitive motions including bending, reaching, and handling products
• Comfortable working in cold temperatures (refrigerated environment)

Work Environment

• Refrigerated production and warehouse environment
• Fast-paced, high-volume fulfillment setting
• Exposure to cold temperatures and wet conditions
• Required use of PPE (gloves, jackets, hairnets, etc.)

Compensation: $18.50 per hour


With over 25+ years of service, The LunchMaster is the pioneer in preparing and distributing meals to schools. The LunchMaster offers convenience, flexibility, and peace of mind for parents. We do the rest-After ordering, meals are freshly made then delivered directly to schools. Each meal is carefully designed by a registered dietitian and handcrafted by caring staff in the company's state of the art kitchen. The LunchMaster's mission is to provide students, school faculty and staff with fresh, delicious, nutritious and affordable meals every day of the school year.

The LunchMaster provides resources and helps facilitate discussions between schools and families on the importance of making healthier choices. We are dedicated to promoting the well-being of our students through multiple educational efforts.


Our teaching philosophy bases itself on the premise that food should be fun and enjoyable, and we strive to encourage and empower one's ability to make healthy decisions. We hope to encourage a positive learning environment on our Facebook and Instagram accounts.


Here you can learn more about the nutrition of your children's lunch, enjoy engaging nutrition education information, and even get inspired by healthy recipe ideas that you can make at home! We work with volunteer agencies, schools, and PTAs to promote healthy eating habits through food placement, food presentation, site events, and promotions.