Scanner/Packager

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Peckham Inc. - Scanner/Packager
Important Details:
Wage: $13.73 per hour
Hours: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday plus overtime as necessary
Full-Time positions only
Location: 3510 Capital City Blvd Lansing, MI 48906
Why Work at Peckham - Peckham
SUMMARY
The Scanner/Packager is an entry level role responsible for supporting packaging, labeling, scanning, and basic material-handling activities. Work assignments may occur in either Operations (production or pre-production areas) or Supply Chain (warehouse, inbound, or outbound areas) depending on business needs. Employees are assigned to a specific area and are only expected to perform the duties related to that assignment.
Important Note About Work Assignments:
This role supports multiple work environments across the organization. Employees are not required to work in all areas. Duties performed will depend on the team they are assigned to—either Operations or Supply Chain.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Move products, parts, or materials using pallet jacks or carts
Stage, stock, or replenish materials in work areas as directed
Use RF scanners, scanning equipment, computers, Excel, and other systems
Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas using 5S and LEAN
Communicate clearly regarding issues or questions
Participate in Peckham safety programs
Assist with cross-training within assigned area
Fold, inspect, package, and label products
Attach hang tags, labels, RFID tags
Operate scanning equipment
Scan items to verify accuracy
Bag, seal, and pack items
Count products and verify label accuracy
Complete logs, paperwork, documentation
If Assigned to Operations (Production or Pre-Production Areas):
Work in assigned manufacturing cells
Verify cut parts using cut-check lists
Maintain counts of parts and materials
Report final production quantities
Notify supervisors or quality techs of defects
If Assigned to Supply Chain (Warehouse, Inbound, or Outbound Areas):
Process items through aggregators
Replace defective RFID or hand tags
Build virtual pallets and complete logs
Create Over/Short packages
Label boxes and pallets per contract standards
Stage orders and support outbound shipment preparation
Assist with non-forklift loading/unloading
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
At least 18 years of age
Ability to read labels and basic documents
Basic math skills
Ability to follow instructions
Reliable attendance
Color vision
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Standing and walking for long periods
Lifting 40lbs frequently; up to 50lbs frequently in Operations; up to 100lbs occasionally with assistance in Supply Chain
Use of pallet jacks and manual tools
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While carrying out the responsibilities of this position, the employee will regularly need to stand, walk, and use their hands for handling or feeling objects. Strong communication skills are essential. Asking questions and expressing concerns is critical to success. Person must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds frequently, up to 50lbs frequently in Operations; up to 100lbs occasionally with assistance in Supply Chain.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The environment may include warehouse floors, cutting rooms, pre-production areas, or production areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, as there is some moving mechanical equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
OTHER INFORMATION
This job description in no way states or implies all duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Peckham is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. EEO is Law
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SPECIAL NOTES
These jobs are part of the AbilityOne program, to learn more about the AbilityOne program go to www.abilityone.gov
PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please:
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Email us at jobs@peckham.org
Call us at (517) 316-4000
Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm)
Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Business Line:
Manufacturing
Location:
Lansing, MI
Worker Sub-Type:
Team Member