Shipping/Packaging Handler

Pursuit Aerospace; Village of Whitesboro (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Pursuit Aerospace is seeking a detail-oriented Shipping/Packaging Handler for our Whitesboro, NY facility. This full-time, on-site role sources, packages, labels, and ships products to meet production timelines with accuracy and care.

You will verify items against kit forms, maintain FIFO practices, and use Syteline to record movements while keeping the packaging area clean and safe. We value teamwork and a commitment to quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or shipping/receiving preferred.
• Must be able to obtain forklift certification.
• Follow detailed packaging instructions and verify parts against documentation.
• Basic understanding of inventory control and FIFO practices.
• Basic computer skills and ability to enter data into inventory systems.
• Commitment to workplace safety and health regulations.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Package all items per PWC specifications before issuing parts to the Finished Good Stores.
• Move items from the hold released area to the packaging area.
• Verify from Kit form that items are not part of a kit.
• Use protective packaging to avoid damage in Finished Good Stores.
• Package non-kit items per PWC packaging requirements prior to forwarding to FGS.
• Keep Packaging/Stores area clean and organized.
• Assign bin locations for all parts and traceability.
• Ensure FIFO when pulling sales orders.
• Enter transaction and inventory movements into Syteline.
• Create work orders for kits on pull system based on visual levels.
• Update cardboard inventory to ensure adequate supplies.
• Maintain clean racks ready for production requirements from Quality.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Provide suggestions to increase effectiveness of the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act and wear PPE; report hazards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Data entry

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Syteline

ERP systems

Forklift

Job description

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Shipping/Packaging Handler

Full-time Regular Shipping/Receiving Whitesboro, NY, US

Salary Range: $23.00 To $27.00 Hourly

About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About the Opportunity:

We’re looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Shipper/Packager to join our team at our Whitesboro manufacturing facility. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring products are accurately packaged, labeled, and shipped to meet customer and production timelines. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in quality work, and values being part of a collaborative team. If you’re organized, efficient, and ready to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing operation, we’d love to hear from you.

Location: Whitesboro, NY

This is an onsite position.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for packaging all items per PWC specifications prior to issuing parts to the Finished Good Stores
• Moving items from the hold released area to the packaging area.
• Verify from Kit form, items are not part of a kit.
• Use protective packaging to avoid damage in Finished Good Stores.
• Parts, other than Kit, must be packaged per PWC packaging requirements prior to forwarding to FGS.
• Keep Packaging/Stores area clean of debris and organized.
• Assign bin locations for all parts and traceability.
• Ensure that the FIFO (first in first out) system is in place when pulling sales orders.
• Ensure the transaction and inventory movement is entered into Syteline.
• Create work orders for kits that are on the pull system, based on the visual levels indicated.
• Update cardboard inventory to always ensure adequate supplies.
• Clean empty racks ready for production requirements from Quality Department.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Provide suggestion to increase effectiveness of both position and individual.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the job but are not all inclusive.
• Employees are expected to work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations, including wearing required personal protective equipment, reporting any missing or defective safety equipment, and notifying a supervisor of any hazards or potential violations to help maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, warehousing, or shipping/receiving environment preferred.
• Must be able to obtain forklift certification.
• Ability to follow detailed packaging instructions and verify parts against documentation.
• Basic understanding of inventory control and FIFO (First In, First Out) practices.
• Comfortable using hand tools and packaging equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills and ability to accurately enter data into inventory systems.
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace and/or manufacturing experience.
• Strong understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, and other process optimization tools to drive efficiency and readiness.
• WHMIS or other workplace safety training certifications.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment requiring you to pivot and adjust quickly to changing priorities and conditions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively coordinate with team members, supervisors, and delivery personnel to ensure accurate and timely shipments.
• Experience using ERP systems.
• Experience assigning bin locations and managing part traceability.
• Ability to contribute ideas for process or efficiency improvements.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer.

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on your employment classification - whether you're full-time, part-time, or a contractor

Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other basis protected by law.