Packaging Associate

Groomer's Best Manufacturing; Brandon (SD); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Groomer’s Best Manufacturing is seeking a dependable Packaging Associate to join our manufacturing team. In this role you will help move materials, prepare shipments, and support daily warehouse and production operations in a fast-paced setting.

We offer on-the-job training, a safety-focused workplace, and opportunities to grow your skills in manufacturing and logistics. Join a team that values reliability and hard work.

Qualifications

• Reading, writing and basic math skills required.
• Able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to learn to operate lift trucks safely.

Responsibilities

• Move materials from lines and storage to WIP locations.
• Prepare and build shipping crates and package goods for shipment.
• Remove pallets, cardboard, and shipping materials.
• Complete daily lift truck inspection check sheets.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Operate lift trucks and material-handling equipment after training.
• Support production and warehouse operations with additional duties.

Skills

Reading/Writing

Math basics

Safety awareness

Lift truck training

Team player

Detail orientation

Adaptability

Job description

We’re looking for a dependable and safety-focused Packaging Associate to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you’ll help move materials, prepare shipments, and support daily warehouse and production operations. If you enjoy hands‑on work, staying active throughout the day, and being part of a team that values hard work and reliability, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Move materials from manufacturing lines and storage areas to assigned work-in-progress (WIP) locations
• Prepare and build custom shipping crates, strap, and package finished goods and production materials for shipment
• Remove and properly dispose of pallets, cardboard, and other shipping materials
• Complete daily lift truck inspection check sheets
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Operate lift trucks and other material‑handling equipment after training
• Support production and warehouse operations with additional duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to safety and detail
• Ability to learn and operate lift trucks safely
• Ability to mount and dismount lift trucks throughout the shift
• Adequate depth perception and spatial awareness
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team

Why Join Us?

• Stable, full-time opportunity
• On-the-job training provided
• Team‑oriented environment
• Opportunity to grow your skills in manufacturing and logistics
• Safety-focused workplace