Shrink Wrap Operator

Workwear Outfitters; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Workwear Outfitters in Nashville, TN is seeking a Shrink Wrap Operator for our distribution warehouse to wrap palletized products, verify loads to BOLs, and assist with shipping and receiving in the Hi-Bay area. You will play a key role in load stability, reducing product damage, and safe material usage while lifting up to 30 lbs in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Expect overtime and possible weekend work as needed.

Qualifications

• This position requires close attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work with others and maintain flexibility.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and overtime as needed.
• Weekend work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Shrink-wrap palletized products using the shrink-wrap machine.
• Load pallets and assist with trailer loading at the shipping dock.
• Verify boxes on skids to bills of lading (BOLs).
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment and follow safety rules.
• Collaborate with the Shipping Specialist to ensure accuracy of loads.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Teamwork

Multitasking

Overtime readiness

Weekend availability

Follow directions

Attendance

Job description

Workwear Outfitters has a strong legacy of building innovative, authentic, market-right products and is a leading supplier of work apparel and footwear for diverse occupations across industries such as automotive, manufacturing, oil and gas, utilities, government, food services, telecommunications, hospitality, and many more. Workwear Outfitters is based in Nashville, Tennessee, with more than 5,500 employees in facilities spanning the globe.

Brands under the Workwear Outfitters umbrella include Red Kap®, Bulwark®, Image Authority®, Kodiak®, Terra®, Walls®, Liberty ®, Work Authority®, Workrite® Fire Service, Chef Designs®, Horace Small®, CritiCore®, and OOBE®. Workwear Outfitters is also the exclusive licensee for Dickies® apparel in the B2B channel.

Our Purpose: “We champion and empower workers who make our world work better.”

Major benefits include medical, vision, and dental, Life, and Disability coverage.

Other benefits include: 401(k), Tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, and more.

What You Will Do as a Shrink Wrap Operator:

• Associates will assist in all phases of both shipping and receiving processes in the Hi-Bay area.
• Associates must be able to repetitively lift, push, or pull up to 30 lbs. consistently.
• Associates need to demonstrate quality communication and organization.
• Associates must be willing to work in a non-climate-controlled environment, cold in the winter and hot in the summer.
• The individual needs to be energetic and follow all safety rules and guidelines.
• Primary responsibilities will be shrink-wrapping palletized products, utilizing the shrink-wrap machine, plus loading trailers on the shipping dock as needed.
• Verify boxes on skids to BOL’s and shrink wrap skids of boxes
• Work closely with the Shipping Specialist to ensure accuracy and good quality
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment that shows pride in Workwear Outfitters and is worth sharing with visitors.

HOURS:

9:00 am – 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Some overtime may be required.

How You Will Make a Difference:

As a Shrink Wrap Operator in a Distribution warehouse, a significant difference is made by ensuring load stability, reducing product damage, and optimizing material usage, directly impacting efficiency and safety. By applying consistent, high-quality wrapping techniques - such as proper tension, secure base wraps, and accurate film coverage - a shrink wrap operator prevents shifting, protects goods from damage, and reduces costly returns.

Skills for Success:

• This position requires close attention to detail and quality.
• This position requires demonstrated flexibility and the ability to work with others positively.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to work overtime.
• Ability to work weekends, when needed.
• Must follow directions well.
• Good attendance is a must.