Packaging Operator I

DHL Supply Chain; De Soto (IA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Packaging Operator I for the First Shift in De Soto, IA. Shift runs Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM with a pay rate of $18.95 per hour. You will pack products into bags, boxes, or totes, document quality checks, and ensure packaging meets customer specifications.

Role includes training new associates, assisting with inventory, and maintaining safety and housekeeping in the packing area, while supporting forklift operations and warehouse duties as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Count inbound product, compare to manifest and check shipments for damage, infestation and dates.
• Report shortages, damages, and mis-shipments on forms and forward to appropriate party.
• Sign for inbound shipments or accept signature for outbound merchandise per special requests.
• Inspect contents of outbound freight and ensure correct quantity and labeling per customer order.
• Operate forklift or other handling equipment and assist in loading/unloading as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area and participate in physical inventories.
• Follow safety, environmental, and quality guidelines and perform basic maintenance tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Reading comprehension

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

This req is for 1st shift PK1 in Postponement

Position: Packaging Operator I

Shift: First Shift

Schedule: Monday-Friday 5am-1:30pm

Pay: $18.95

• Count all inbound product, compare to manifest, and check all shipments for damage, infestation, and production code dates before product is stored.
• Report shortages, damages, and mis-shipments on appropriate forms and forward to appropriate party.
• Sign for inbound shipments or accept signature for outbound merchandise due to a special request.
• Check contents of outbound freight as filled and assembled by warehouse personnel.
• Compare the quantity, quality, labeling, and address with customer's order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct.
• Safely and effectively operate forklift or any other materials handling equipment as required and assist in the loading or unloading of merchandise moving into or out of the warehouse as needed.
• Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area.
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse and conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
• Participate in physical inventories.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Be part of the world's largest logistics company! DHL Supply Chain has been certified as a Great Place to Work in the US and Canada! Our excellent benefits packages includes:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on your 30th day
• PTO program for all associates, 401(k) with generous company match
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Excellent training and career advancement opportunities

Grow your skills. Shape your world.

Role Purpose

Efficiently operates packaging lines according to established procedures and customer specifications, while meeting all quality standards.

Oversees the activities of associates assigned to specific packing area/product.

Key Accountabilities

• Package product into bags, boxes, or totes per customer specifications.
• Document quality checks and enter into the system.
• Read and disseminate information on the product specifications and packaging requirements.
• Assist in training new associates and cross-training backup associates.
• Pull product samples and test product mix, labeling and or weight against specs.
• Follow all safety, environmental and quality guidelines.
• Must be able to perform all duties of packaging operator II.
• Maintain housekeeping duties around packaging equipment and in warehouse.
• Responsible for lockout/tagout of equipment when clearing jams or performing basic maintenance.
• Perform basic adjustments to operating equipment to maintain finished product conformity to specs.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.

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