Picker/Packer

Position Description: Picker Packer

Staffmaxis searching for a reliable candidate with a car

• Pay Rate: $21.00/hour
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM (Day Shift)

Job Summary

The Picker Packer plays an essential role in getting customer orders out the door correctly and on time. Reporting to the Production Lead, this person picks, packs, labels, and stages orders for shipment while keeping the work area safe and organized. Success in this role takes a sharp eye for detail, good physical endurance, and the ability to keep pace in a busy manufacturing and warehouse setting.

Key Accountabilities (Outcomes & Measures)

• Order Fulfillment – Orders are picked, packed, labelled, and staged correctly, meeting customer requirements and scheduled timelines.
• Process & Documentation – Standard fulfillment procedures are followed consistently, and all order and packing records are complete and accurate.
• Safety & Housekeeping – Work is carried out safely, and packing and staging areas are kept clean, tidy, and hazard-free.
• Teamwork & Improvement – Shipping and production goals are supported through clear communication, flexibility, and active involvement in improvement efforts.

Responsibilities (Tasks & Duties)

Order Fulfillment

• Pull products and materials from assigned locations using pick lists, work orders, or verbal instructions.
• Check part numbers, quantities, and product condition before packing.
• Pack items securely using the correct packaging materials and methods to prevent damage in transit.
• Label cartons, crates, and pallets to meet shipping and customer requirements.
• Stage finished orders in the designated area for pickup or transport.
• Meet daily fulfillment priorities and productivity targets.
• Other duties as assigned.

Process & Documentation

• Follow standard operating procedures, work instructions, and customer packing specifications.
• Fill out packing slips, checklists, and other fulfillment paperwork accurately and on time.
• Flag order errors, damaged goods, stock shortages, or other concerns to the Production Lead right away.
• Handle and store products and materials properly at every stage of picking and packing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe, following 5S principles.
• Follow all company safety rules, safe lifting and material handling practices, and PPE requirements.
• Report hazards, injuries, near misses, and faulty equipment or materials to the Production Lead.
• Complete all required safety training and apply it on the job every day.
• Other duties as assigned.

Teamwork & Improvement

• Communicate clearly and cooperate with coworkers and Production Leads.
• Help out in other production and fulfillment areas when needed to meet operational demands.
• Suggest ideas to improve packing methods, speed, quality, or safety.
• Take part in team meetings, training sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Previous experience in a warehouse, shipping, logistics, or fulfillment role is an asset.
• Comfortable working at a steady pace in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to lift items up to 50 lbs on a regular basis and stand for long periods.
• Solid organizational and communication skills.
• Current forklift certification is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Deadlines

• Daily and weekly fulfillment targets set by work orders.
• On-time completion of all assigned picking, packing, and shipping tasks.

Mental Demands

The role involves repetitive work that requires sustained concentration on accuracy. Workers may face tight deadlines, need to juggle several tasks at once, and coordinate with other departments to keep shipments on schedule.

Work Environment

• Indoor production and warehouse setting with a mix of natural, incandescent, and fluorescent lighting.
• Concrete floors and walls; noise levels are often high due to heavy machinery in operation.
• Ongoing awareness of safety procedures is essential because of hazards tied to production, machining, warehouse, and maintenance activities.
• Personal protective equipment must be worn in machine and warehouse areas and whenever handling chemicals.
• Occasional work inside metal storage containers with wooden floors.
• Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, and chemicals from machining and production processes.