Warehouse Packer and Order Picker

Marshalltow; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MARSHALLTOWN is seeking a warehouse shipping associate for our Kansas City, KS facility. You will receive orders, pick items, palletize, label, and prepare shipments for delivery. The role requires multitasking in a fast-paced environment and adherence to safety rules.

Experience with warehouses, ability to use tablets or basic software, and willingness to operate a Powered Industrial Truck are preferred. Overtime may be required; we offer competitive wages and benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to drive a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) is required or training provided.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment with multitasking.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Attention to detail and strong interpersonal communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Process and ship orders by picking products and preparing them for shipment.
• Operate PIT to collect and palletize packages according to order specs.
• Label packages, stretch-wrap, and transport orders to the correct shipping bay.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all safety procedures.

Skills

PIT operation

English literacy

Attention to detail

Multitasking in fast-paced env.

Tools

Powered Industrial Truck (PIT)

Tablets

Basic computer software

Job description

Since 1890, MARSHALLTOWN has been the manufacturer of choice for quality, industry-leading construction tools and equipment, catering to a wide range of applications such as asphalt, brick, stone, concrete, paint, drywall, plaster, stucco, tiling/flooring, carpet, roofing, snow removal, and landscaping. MARSHALLTOWN aims to constantly innovate the construction tool and equipment industry, looking for new ways to solve problems and finish jobs faster, better, and with more ease. Our tools can be found in major hardware retailers in the United States and around the world.Location: Kansas City, Kansas1st Shift: Standard work week is Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:00pm; overtime work may require the shift to start early or end late or occasional weekend work2nd Shift: Standard work week is Monday - Friday 3:00pm - 11:00pm; overtime work may require the shift to start early or end late or occasional weekend workSUMMARYThe position reports to the Shipping Supervisor and works in our Kansas City Distribution Facility. This position is responsible for processing and shipping orders through picking products to be shipped, palletizing product orders, and preparing orders for shipment. Operators will work in various locations throughout the facility.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Collects order tickets from various printersOperates order PIT to collect packages according to order ticket specificationsScans labels against corresponding packagesLabels packages accuratelyDelivers products to a conveyer system that carries products to the end of line stationPalletizes orders based on weight and length according to specifications that are fed through an end of line computer systemStretch wraps orders, labels orders, and transports orders to scale stationMeasures and weighs palletized ordersTransports palletized order to the correct shipping bay and loads order onto the appropriate truckMaintains a clean work areaActively ensures that all safety requirements and procedures are met at all timesPerforms other job functions as assigned such as non-conveyables, end of line, pick room, scales, and express areaEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to drive a Powered Industrial Truck equipment (training provided)Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment that requires multitaskingMust be able to use tablets and basic computer softwareAttention to detail, strong interpersonal communication, and efficient time management skills are essentialAbility to calculate, reason, problem solve, and read and write in EnglishPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)Meets harness and SRL (Self Retracting Lifeline) weight capacity limits (130 lbs. - 310 lbs.)Must be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced work environmentLifting up to 40 lbs, unassistedFrequent standing, walking, gripping, and reaching as well as occasional bending, twisting, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling, and reaching above shoulder levelWork environment includes noise >85db as well as frequent exposure to hot and cold temperatures in the facilityMust be able to work overtime hours as requiredMARSHALLTOWN offers comprehensive total rewards packages to include competitive wages, matching 401k retirement plans, Dental, Traditional and High Deductible Health Plans with employer HSA contributions, and vacation eligibility, just to name a few!MARSHALLTOWN Hammer is proud to provide equal employment opportunity to individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, protected disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.