Packing Associates

Paramount Extrusions Company•Paramount, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Packing Associate is responsible for preparing, packaging, and staging finished products for shipment in accordance with customer requirements and company procedures. This role ensures materials are properly packaged, identified, protected, and documented while supporting inventory accuracy, material traceability, and on-time customer deliveries. The Packing Associate works closely with the Logistics Supervisor and production teams to maintain safe, efficient, and organized packing operations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous experience in packing, warehouse, manufacturing, or shipping operations preferred.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, or the ability to become certified.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Basic knowledge of packing specifications, product identification, inventory control, and material traceability preferred.
Ability to identify damaged or nonconforming material and report concerns promptly.
Basic understanding of manufacturing quality systems and customer packaging requirements preferred.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 10 hours).
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push, pull, bend, twist, and perform repetitive packing and material handling tasks.

Responsibilities

Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Report safety hazards, equipment issues, or unsafe conditions to the Logistics Supervisor.
Operate warehouse equipment safely, including pallet jacks, forklifts, dollies, and pallet wrappers, when authorized.
Follow company operating procedures and work instructions.
Prepare products for shipment according to customer packing specifications and company procedures.
Review work orders and packing lists to verify correct products, quantities, and packaging requirements.
Pull, pack, and stage customer orders accurately and efficiently.
Assemble crates, boxes, and packaging materials to properly protect products during transportation.
Count and verify product quantities prior to shipment.
Tag and identify materials to maintain proper product identification and material traceability.
Ensure products are properly protected from damage, contamination, or deterioration during packing, staging, and shipment.
Maintain packing equipment and report equipment issues to the Logistics Supervisor.
Verify labels, part numbers, product identification, and customer requirements before shipment.
Perform routine visual inspections to identify damaged, mislabeled, or nonconforming material.
Ensure packing activities comply with current work instructions and customer packaging requirements.
Report damaged or nonconforming material to the Logistics Supervisor.
Complete packing and shipping documentation accurately to support inventory accuracy and material traceability.
Assist team members to support daily packing and shipping operations.
Maintain effective communication with the Logistics Supervisor regarding workflow or material concerns.
Help maintain organization and cleanliness throughout the packing area.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts that improve safety, efficiency, and packing accuracy.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support warehouse and logistics operations.