Bakery Palletizer: Packaging & Load Expert

King's Hawaiian; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

King’s Hawaiian is hiring a Palletizer in Torrance, CA. The role involves stacking cases, verifying weights, and preparing pallets for shipping while maintaining GMP and safety standards.

You will inspect products, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, print labels, and help train new packaging staff. Overtime or weekend work may be required; strong math and English skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• English literacy for safety rules, operating manuals and QA docs.
• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to troubleshoot, anticipate and correct problems in plant operations.
• Computer literacy, SAP and RFGen.
• Ability to perform duties independently with little supervision.
• Forklift/electric pallet jack/manlift certification is a must.
• Ability to work safely and comply with safety regulations.
• Overtime or weekend work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Stack product cases on pallet and verify weight to ensure correct case count.
• Wrap and secure pallets with shrink wrap for shipping.
• Record pallet counts on the Case Count sheet and print Handling Unit labels.
• Monitor packaging area for proper sealing, labeling and barcode accuracy.
• Direct and train packaging helpers as needed.
• Report unsafe conditions to foreman and address inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain GMPs and sanitation standards in the work area.

Skills

English communication

Basic math

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Safety compliance

Overtime availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

RFGen

Forklift certification

Job description

King’s Hawaiian is hiring a Palletizer in Torrance, CA. The role involves stacking cases, verifying weights, and preparing pallets for shipping while maintaining GMP and safety standards.

You will inspect products, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, print labels, and help train new packaging staff. Overtime or weekend work may be required; strong math and English skills are essential.