Picker/Packer

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday thru Friday. Occasional overtime as needed during busy season. Responsible for picking orders, packing teas, shipping, and in other areas as needed. Follow all GMP and Safety Policies filling out appropriate paperwork. Must have a strong work ethic and attention to detail, able to work as a TEAm member.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Accurately pick product to be shipped using batch sheets, placing orders on carts separating out by customer order. Place customer label on product straight and neat.
• Scanning of all items and packing contents neatly into shipping box ensuring breakables are protected with packing material. Seal boxes with tape gun, placing shipping label on box then onto conveyor belt. Removing packages from end of line placing onto appropriate carrier skid/container.
• Using weigh scales or weigh fill machines to correctly weigh tea to be placed into bags or tins. Attention to detail is a must. Apply barcode labels to bags/tins either by hand or machine placing them straight and neat. Sealing of bags using tabletop heat sealer or continuous band sealer.
• Moving product into backstock area, accurately recording inventory location. Checking bin tags ensuring they have correct Qty, weight, date, and operator initials filled out.
• Filling out appropriate paperwork, forms as required for GMP.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by adhering to all GMP and Safety policies.
• Cross training in other areas as needed.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

• High School/GED Education
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Attention to detail.
• Good attendance
• Basic reading and math skills
• Follow all GMP and Safety policies. Able to fill out required forms and answer any questions during audit regarding job specifications.
• Standing/walking for full shift
• General housekeeping duties to ensure a safe and clean environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand/walk for full shift.
• Able to climb stairs on occasion.

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work as a team member as well as independently.
• Attention to detail.
• Some familiarity with computers/ scanners
• Able to work with minimal supervision.

Current Openings for Picker/Packer Jobs at Upton Tea Imports