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Openings >> Packing/Shipping Associate
Packing/Shipping Associate
Summary
Title:Packing/Shipping Associate
ID:32865222431
Date Posted:Nov 20, 2024
Date to Apply By:11/27/2024
Reports To or Hiring Manager:Jackie Joslin
Department:4006
Shift:4 X 10, Monday through Thursday
Grade Level:4
Employment Type:Full Time Non-Exempt
Location:Booneville, MS
Proposed Salary Range:N/A
Description

INTERNAL JOB POSTING ALERT

POST DATE:  11/20/2024 NOON (CST)              END DATE: 11/27/2024 NOON  (CST)  


Associates are required to apply for job openings only during the specified time frame mentioned above. No exceptions will be made.

TO APPLY: Interested candidates should complete the Internal Application through the Internal Job Board. Associates applying for this position must post within the designated time frame, meet minimum job requirements, and should not have any Performance Notifications currently on file.  Associates must maintain good standing throughout the posting / hiring process.

Primary area of focus for this position will be working in the packing and shipping department on the weekday shift.  The associate will work throughout the department as needed to package and/or load furniture for shipment to customers per the standard operating procedures of the assigned position to ensure that the daily departmental goals and objectives of Sutter Street Manufacturing in safety, service, quality, and cost are met. 


The Packing/Shipping position is located in Bonneville, MS.

You'll  be excited about this opportunity because you will.... 

  • Practice safe work practices and demonstrate safe work habits to the workforce and adhere to the PPE standards of the company throughout the facility.
  • Always adhere to the policies of WSI while performing any duties as assigned with a positive attitude and willing spirit to assist others in the department, facility, and the organization. Always acting with professional courtesy and the highest integrity.
  • Perform daily tasks promptly and with high standards to achieve departmental and facility production goals using documented Standard Operating Procedures by performing the assigned task safely, correctly, and quickly while demonstrating integrity and acting in a responsible and accountable manner.
  • Establish and promote hard work ethics through teamwork and collaboration with associates and departmental leadership to maximize the productivity of the departments while ensuring quality and adhering to and complying with all safety policies.
  • Always communicate openly and professionally with departmental leadership to ensure issues and obstacles and be addressed.
  • Package and load furniture per the standard operation procedures of the assigned position at a minimum rate of 6 pieces per hour with a goal of 8 pieces per hour.
  • Ensure tags/tickets/rolls are correctly placed on items to ensure they are accounted for within the inventory system and follow system requirements for tracking materials.


Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates….

  • At least 6 months of experience in warehouse or packing/shipping operations of upper-end upholstered furniture and ……… 
  • Good math and reading skills with good communication skills-oral and written and the ability to read, write, and understand English.
  • Ability to read and understand production tickets and interpret simple instructions commonly placed in a standard operating procedure.
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure delivery requirements.
  • Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as a part of a team with other associates and managers with a strong sense of urgency and time management to meet established deadlines.
  • Interested internal WSI associates, should submit an internal job application in Applicant Stack prior to the posting deadline.
  • Must be able to meet the minimum stated job qualifications.
  • Must be performing satisfactorily in current position for a minimum of 6 months while meeting all stated posting guidelines of less than 5 attendance points with and no active Performance Notifications on record.
  • Successful bidder must remain in position for a minimum of 6 months before becoming eligible to bid on another job.  

We prefer some of these qualities as well…. 

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Previous leadership experience is preferred.
  • Basic computer skills are a plus.
  • Bilingual, English and Spanish.

Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role…. 

  • Must have the ability to stand for 10-hour periods and bend and twist at waist and knees as required to load and roll  furniture.
  • The associate in this position will frequently need to lift items and carry that weigh 20 – 25 pounds and occasionally lift items that weigh up to 60 pounds.


EOE

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