Product Packager (2nd Shift 3 PM - 11 PM)

Wagstaff•Hebron, KY

About The Position

Wagstaff, Inc. is a family-owned American engineering and manufacturing company serving the global aluminum industry. The Product Packager prepares, inspects, and packages finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and are ready for shipment. Work includes cleaning and deburring materials, assembling shipping containers and supports, labeling products, and completing accurate documentation. The role also requires safe use of equipment and tools and maintaining an organized, efficient work area. Employees are expected to prioritize quality, safety, teamwork, and established procedures, and to be flexible to work overtime as needed. The posted schedule is second shift, 3 PM–11 PM. Pay is $20–$22 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read and accurately interpret a tape measure and basic work instructions.
Proficiency in using basic hand tools.
Strong attention to detail and ability to perform final inspections and identify defects.
Ability to follow established procedures, safety standards, and quality guidelines.
Basic math and problem-solving skills.
Ability to safely lift, move, and handle materials and work on one's feet for extended periods.
Strong organizational skills for maintaining accurate documentation and a clean work area.
Effective teamwork and communication skills.
Flexibility to work overtime or adjust schedules to meet production needs.
Ability to meet the role's physical and mental demands, including frequent standing and walking, handling materials of varying weights, and climbing, balancing, bending, and reaching.
Successfully pass a company-paid drug screening and background check upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating forklifts, cranes, and pallet jacks.
Prior experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Familiarity with packaging processes, material handling, and shipping preparation.
Willingness to cross-train and support team members across functions.
Experience with quality systems or inspection documentation.
Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with materials such as wood and cardboard.
A continuous improvement mindset focused on efficiency and quality.

Responsibilities

Clean, deburr, and package material for shipping using appropriate processes.
Perform final inspections of finished products and reject damaged products or materials.
Assemble specified wood, cardboard, or other containers, skids, and shipping support materials, including selecting preassembled containers as needed.
Cut materials using a predetermined bill of materials (BOM), including creating BOMs.
Use package construction databases to generate cut lists and container sizes when required.
Maintain accurate paperwork, including inspection documentation.
Label or mark material with appropriate information before packaging.
Follow documented departmental procedures in the Wagstaff Quality System.
Unload material while safely using forklifts, cranes, and pallet jacks.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Operate mechanical and hand tools safely and maintain a high degree of quality.
Abide by company policies.
Work more than 40 hours when required to meet business objectives.
Cross-train or train coworkers.
Perform other duties as assigned.