Packager -1st Shift

Steel Technologies; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision after 60 days

401(k) with match after one year

Paid time off after 90 days

Paid holidays from day one

Education assistance with up to 100%

Job summary

Steel Technologies is seeking a dependable Packager to set up and operate banding and related packaging equipment. You will handle materials, prepare finished goods for shipment, and work with cranes and forklifts as needed.

You will learn about our customers and end products while maintaining safety and production standards on the packaging line. The role offers opportunities for growth and hands-on exposure to packaging processes in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating banding line equipment and related packaging machinery.
• Experience with forklift and crane operations in a manufacturing setting.
• Commitment to safety rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare skids to customer specifications.
• Operate banding line equipment, turnstile, down layer, and crane as needed.
• Package materials per customer instructions and specs.
• Ensure proper identification and segregation of materials.
• Transport materials with forklift/overhead crane.
• Handle materials safely to avoid damage.
• Maintain clean packaging area and adhere to procedures.
• Meet production standards and targets.
• Load, transport, and stack materials per procedures.

Skills

Banding equipment operation

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Measurement tools proficiency

Safety compliance

Effective communication

Tools

Tape measure

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

As a Packager at Steel Technologies, your main responsibility is to setup and operate banding equipment to properly package materials and prepare for shipment to our customers. In this role, you will have exposure to our finished goods and learn more about our customers and end product.

How you’ll contribute to our company:

• Prepare skids to customer specifications
• Operate turnstile, down layer, banding line equipment and crane as needed to package material
• Package material to meet customer specifications per customer supplied information and standard packaging instructions
• Ensure proper identification and segregation
• Operate forklift and/or overhead crane to transport materials to and from storage areas, work stations, and working within areas of assignment
• Safely handle material without damage
• Clean packaging area or any other assigned area
• Maintain production standards
• Load, transport, unload and stack materials in accordance with established procedures

Here’s what we can offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 days of employment
• Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents + cancer
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) after 60 days of employment + competitive match after one year
• Paid Time Off starting after 90 days of employment
• Paid Holidays starting day one!
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
• Great discount programs in automotive, technology, and more
• Boot and Glasses Allowance after 60 days of employment
• Free uniforms after 60 days of employment
• Monthly Incentive Bonus after one full month of employment
• Education Assistance is available for job related courses to further your education, with up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) which offers professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal, and Family services

Here’s what is needed to be successful:

• Ability to use tape measure, micrometers, and calipers
• Ability to comply with safety rules and requirements
• Pass necessary Forklift Certification and/or Crane Training
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

Steel Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any classification protected by federal, state and/or local law.