Packer

Woodstream Corporation; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodstream Corporation is hiring a Packer for the 1st shift in Knoxville, TN. The role focuses on packing quality parts, labeling, and stacking in a safe, efficient process. You will support manufacturing throughput and product quality while adhering to safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED and experience with basic hand tools and pallet jacks. This position offers growth in a manufacturing environment with daily production responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience with hand tools such as wrench and screwdriver preferred.
• Experience operating pallet jack preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pack quality parts, label and stack products per specifications.
• Comply with safety policies to maintain an accident-free environment.
• Operate processes at or beyond standard for throughput and quality.
• Identify issues affecting throughput, quality and safety and communicate them.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Engineering to define problems and solutions.
• Assist with changeovers and using basic hand tools as needed.
• Maintain daily production sheets and ensure attendance.

Skills

Hand tools

Pallet jack operation

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Wrench

Screwdriver

Job description

Woodstream is the largest independent pest & animal control platform in North America, offering innovative brands with industry-leading efficacy and safety.

Ready to kick-start your career? Jump into an exciting manufacturing environment where you can learn, grow, and make an impact from day one!

We have an immediate opportunity for a: Packer, 1st shift in Knoxville, TN

Scope & Basic Function

A Packer is responsible for quality, throughput, and safety of the packing process and takes pride in his/her flexibility and proficiency in servicing the customer. A Packer participates in the continuous efforts to improve our process and quality so that Woodstream can successfully meet the customers’ expectations.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Packing quality parts, labeling, and stacking product as defined by product specification and documentation
• Complying with the safety policies of the company and working to achieve an accident-free environment
• Performance of processes at or beyond standard (100% + efficiency)
• Identify problem areas that are focused on Throughput, Quality, and Safety
• Participate with Manufacturing and Engineering team members to define issues, suggest solutions
• Successfully implement solution both individually and as part of the team
• Interact with all teammates toward the accomplishment of throughput, quality, and safety
• Responsible to perform in the following areas in addition to any other processes that content or skills may warrant: Ant Bait Packing, EAC Packing, Pieces and parts packing and Molding Packing
• Transfer product utilizing a manual pallet jack
• Assist Machine Operator with changeovers and any other tasks using basic hand tools
• Complete daily production sheet according to instructions
• Regular attendance to maintain the functions of the job

Other Functions

• Performs other duties as assigned

Education/Experience/Other Skills

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Experience with hand tools such as wrench and screwdriver preferred
• Experience operating pallet jack preferred
• Basic mathematical skills.

Woodstream is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to recruit, hire, train and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, marital status, union affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Note: If hired, Employment Eligibility Verification will be carried out upon selection. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.

We retain employment applications for a minimum of 2 years from date of receipt for non-hire applicants or from date of termination for employees/contractors and possibly longer if legally required.