Job Description:

Reports to: Supervisor

Purpose of the Position:  The Packer 1 is responsible for safely assembling and packing various types of products according to customer specifications while maintaining quality, accuracy, and efficiency.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Use computerized & electronic system to select, assemble, and package orders accurately, safely and with quality.  
• Apply clips, labels; and insert products into tubes, boxes, and other types of packaging.
• Train and rotate through all packing areas, Operate various levels of manual packaging equipment.
• Load specific components in to automated packaging equipment.
• Follow written and verbal instructions shared with you via Packer IIIs or Supervisors.  
• Maintain expected output levels throughout the shift.
• Examine and inspect products and packaging materials, possess the ability to identify defective products, notify Packer III of any quality issues.
• Adhere to all safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Requests are completed with a positive attitude.
• May be assigned special projects or other duties.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Possess manual dexterity and good coordination.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills.
• Possess basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Possess basic technology skills.
• Possess ability to resolve minor problems, recognize normal and unusual situations
• Ability to work with manual and/or power equipment and tools
• Accuracy and attention to detail required
• Coachable and ability to apply instruction immediately
• Maintain a positive attitude and remains flexible to changing demands

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Frequently lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds
• Engage in frequent bending, crouching, twisting, and reaching
• Prolonged standing or sitting for the duration of the shift
• Must be comfortable performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work effectively in a non-temperature-controlled facility, enduring warm conditions in the summer and cold conditions in the winter.
• Employees will be required to wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Education/Experience requirements: High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Previous production, assembly or packaging related experience preferred.

The duties listed in the job descriptions are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.