Packaging Associate

PurposeBuilt Brands; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Competitive salaries and bonus Incenti

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Pet insurance

Annual fitness stipend

Employee discount on all products

Job summary

PurposeBuilt Brands in Gurnee, Illinois is seeking a dependable Packing Associate to stack and wrap finished product cases, label and stage pallets, and support production with accurate counts and safe procedures.

You will operate palletizing equipment, monitor packaging quality, and keep the workspace clean and organized while collaborating with the production team; prior warehouse experience is preferred and the role offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Operate palletizing equipment and pallet jacks safely.
• Detail-oriented with strong quality standards.
• Experience in a warehouse or manufacturing setting preferred.
• Able to work quickly in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate palletizing equipment to stack and wrap finished product cases.
• Monitor packaging quality before palletizing.
• Label and stage pallets for shipment or storage.
• Maintain accurate counts of products on pallets.
• Ensure pallets meet height, weight, and stability requirements.
• Follow safety guidelines and company procedures.
• Keep palletizing area clean and organized.
• Assist production team to maintain workflow.
• Report equipment malfunctions or safety concerns.

Skills

Palletizing equipment operation

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Attention to detail

Fast-paced production

Basic math

Team collaboration

Pallet jack operation

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

Who We Are

PurposeBuilt Brands, rooted in a legacy dating back to Weiman, stands as a pioneer in crafting top-tier products for specialty surfaces. Our beloved brands, including Weiman, Goo Gone, Green Gobbler, Biokleen, Gonzo, Magic, Wright’s, Stone Care International, Urnex, Five Star, Mighty Mint, and Micro-Scientific, are preferred choices among consumers and seasoned professionals alike.

Onsite- Gurnee, Illinois

At PBB, we seek to hire employees who bring a level of engagement, drive, and performance that pushes business forward. We work together and are motivated by positive results, while continuously thriving in a scrappy environment. We believe our greatest assets are the talented and passionate employees who are motivated by our purposeful work. Our company may be 60 years old, but the real growth is just getting started.

The Role

The Packing Associate is responsible for stacking and organizing finished product cases onto pallets according to product specifications, preparing them for storage or shipment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring production runs smoothly and products are staged accurately and safely.

What You Will Do

• Operate palletizing equipment to stack and wrap finished product cases.
• Monitor quality of packaging before palletizing.
• Label and stage pallets in designated areas for shipment or storage.
• Maintain accurate counts of products placed on pallets.
• Ensure pallets are built according to height, weight, and stability requirements.
• Follow all safety guidelines and company procedures.
• Keep palletizing area clean, organized, and free of obstructions.
• Assist production team members as needed to maintain workflow.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to the Production Supervisor.
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

What You Will Bring

• Ability to operate palletizing equipment and pallet jacks (manual or powered).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods of time.
• Manual dexterity to handle products and operate equipment safely.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, including warm and cool production environments.
• Stamina to perform repetitive tasks for the duration of the shift

Compensation Range

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Benefits

PBB offers a wide range of benefits because we understand no two employees are the same. We want our employees to feel empowered to set their day up for success, whether that's in the office or remote.

What We Offer

• Generous paid time off
• Competitive salaries and bonus incentives
• Competitive medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• Annual fitness stipend
• Unmatched employee discount on all products

PurposeBuilt Brands is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.