Shipping Packer (WMS) Transportation-1

Amentum•Ogden, UT

About The Position

The Shipping Packer packs and repacks a wide variety of materials, verifies item condition codes, and rejects items that do not meet release-order requirements. The role determines appropriate packaging based on documentation and packing and shipping instructions, including military standards, Department of Defense manuals, and regulatory requirements such as HAZMAT and RAD. The position reports to a designated Lead, Supervisor, or Manager. The position is not to exceed June 30, 2027, and is assigned to Transportation, second shift, from 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Mountain Time. Work takes place in a shop environment with hazardous equipment, moving material-handling equipment, obstacles, and high activity. Outside work in hot, cold, or wet weather is often required. Fumes or airborne particles are common, noise is loud, and protective devices are required. The role may require travel and may require the ability to pass and maintain a security clearance.

Requirements

At least three months of general work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the position requirements; no specific experience is required.
High school diploma or GED. One year of general experience may substitute for one year of high school.
Must be able to obtain a license to use material-handling equipment within 30 days of selection.
Packers handling material requiring HAZMAT certification must successfully pass the required training.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds for short distances, stoop, bend, kneel, walk, and demonstrate full dexterity and correctable vision.
Must use required protective devices in the work environment.

Responsibilities

Identify, examine, classify, accept, reject, and dispose of material in accordance with DLA regulations.
Preserve, package, mark, and label material in accordance with Military Standards before releasing it to storage or shipping.
Select appropriate container sizes and cushioning from available stock to protect materials from damage.
Conduct basic material inspection and examination processes.
Read specifications and photographs as required by the DLA contract.
May operate material-handling equipment (MHE) to load material on and off skids, pallets, stands, and vehicles while performing packing duties.
Receive and enter data in DSS and other automated systems and prepare basic reports.
Count and weigh material, record data, and prepare and apply tags and labels.
Perform other position-related duties as assigned or requested.
Complete applicable training and fulfill self-aid/buddy-aid responsibilities; participate in emergency response tasks and safety committees or teams as appropriate.
Follow Amentum quality policies, applicable quality-system documents, customer contracts, and operational, safety, quality, and environmental procedures.