Junior Packaging Technician: Fragile Goods & Crate Builder

Jimmy Jazz; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Hammerton in Salt Lake City is hiring a Packaging Technician to handle basic to complex packaging of glass and decorative lighting products. The role requires standing for 8 hours, building crates, and documenting packed items, with emphasis on accuracy and safety in a manufacturing environment.

The position offers full-time, non-exempt work with an emphasis on team collaboration and attention to detail. High school diploma or GED is preferred; prior packaging experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or preferred.
• 1 year of experience in similar packaging roles preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Wrap glass and fragile items with bubble wrap and packing materials.
• Prepare and mark hardware; ensure all parts are accounted for.
• Photograph items to document proper packing.
• Complete paperwork to track orders.
• Organize boxes for efficiency.
• Use expanding foam system for small product packing.
• Plan workflow to maximize packing output.
• Build large crates from 2x4s and plywood for larger fixtures.
• Brace and secure products in crates or boxes.
• Assist in training new team members.

Skills

Power tools

Team player

Attention to detail

Stand 8 hours

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Hammerton in Salt Lake City is hiring a Packaging Technician to handle basic to complex packaging of glass and decorative lighting products. The role requires standing for 8 hours, building crates, and documenting packed items, with emphasis on accuracy and safety in a manufacturing environment.

The position offers full-time, non-exempt work with an emphasis on team collaboration and attention to detail. High school diploma or GED is preferred; prior packaging experience is a plus.