Packer

Tops-Products; Union (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tops Products in Union, MO is seeking a warehouse associate responsible for accurate packing and preparation of outgoing orders. You will read specifications, select correct parts, and apply standard packing procedures to ensure safe transport of goods.

The role involves generating shipping documents, labeling, and maintaining accurate stock records while performing routine warehouse tasks under supervision. Physical work includes lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret specifications to select correct parts for customer orders.
• Familiarity with standard packing procedures, equipment, and warehouse workflows.
• Experience creating and handling shipping documents and labeling requirements.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic to determine size and weight for packing.
• Competence in assembling standard shipping boxes and packing contents securely.

Responsibilities

• Perform packing and labeling for outgoing orders.
• Identify correct parts and ensure accuracy against customer orders.
• Prepare and review shipping documents and stock descriptions.
• Move and handle materials within weight limits safely.
• Maintain accurate records of quantities, sizes and weights.
• Exert physical effort as required to lift/move items up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Reading specs

Packing procedures

Shipping documents

Stock labeling

Basic arithmetic

Box assembly

Material handling (20-50 lbs)

Job description

Work is typically performed under minimal daily supervision, receiving guidance from manager/supervisor about the work that needs to be completed. Able to exercise high level of discretion and latitude in completing tasks.

Job Knowledge & Skills

The duties and responsibilities described above are the essential functions of the job. The qualifications below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Skill in reading specifications and identifying the correct parts for fulfilling customer orders.
• Knowledge of routine packing procedures, techniques, equipment, and basic warehouse procedures.
• Skill in using a limited variety of packing procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of shipping documents and ability to identify shipping requirements and procedures for specific items using manual or automated processes.
• Skill in completing manual and computerized forms and shipping documents regarding stock description, units of issue, weight, quantity, and labeling requirements for incoming and outgoing materials and equipment.
• Requires basic arithmetic and standard formulas to determine size and volume of packing containers and materials.
• Skill in assembling standard shipping boxes and packing contents securely.
• Job requires ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.