Repacker

Americold; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold in the United States is seeking a Repacker who will manually pack products into cartons, repackage damaged items, and prepare shipments. You will label, palletize, and ensure accuracy and safety during packing shifts.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to OSHA standards. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and candidates should be able to lift up to 70 lbs and work in cold environments as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic arithmetic skills desirable.
• Ability to read safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manually pack products into cartons and prepare them for shipment.
• Check products for accuracy and damage.
• Label, wrap, and palletize cartons.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in inventories.

Skills

Basic math

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety rules understanding

Communication with colleagues

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Box cutters

Shrink wrap film wrappers

Job description

Primary Responsibility:

Under general supervision, the Repacker will manually pack single products into multiple pack cartons for retail sale, repackage products from damaged containers into new cartons, check products for damage, and label and palletize cartons in preparation for shipping.

What You'll Do:

• Manually pack single products into multiple pack cartons, efficiently stack and store merchandise in the appropriate area, pick orders for shipment, assemble various types of merchandise to be shipped, and perform labeling, sorting, and wrapping.
• Check or count product for accuracy and/or damage and infestation.
• Conduct operations in a manner which promotes safety, in compliance with OSHA Standards.
• Participate in physical inventories, as needed.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work environment.

What Experience and Education You Need:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

What Could Set You Apart:

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division,
• Ability to pay close attention to details, meet deadlines, and read and understand safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to communicate with colleagues and supervisors.
• Experience using box cutters and automatic shrink film wrappers safely and efficiently.

Physical Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions for this position and meet the physical requirements needed to perform them, including but not limited ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, stretch, twist, push, pull, grip, reach, or lift hands and arms above the head. Employees are occasionally required to use distance vision, stand, kneel, or crouch. Reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. While performing the essential functions of this job, the associate:

• May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of -15 degrees Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation).
• Requires repetitive motions with many job functions over the course of the shift.
• Requires standing in one place for up to 2 hours at a time, over the period of an 8-10-12 hour shift.
• Must be able to transfer and lift boxes of up to 70 lbs. and lift or carry products a minimum distance of 6 ft. without mechanical assistance.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The Company makes reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.

What We Offer:

Our associates know the answer to the question: "What's in it for me?" We offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health and financial well-being. When you join Americold, you join a values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed the world.

The Company’s good-faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting for this position is min $18.75 hrly. Performance-based incentives are part of the overall compensation package. Rate may vary based on work location.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.