Packaging Material Handler

Opportunity

Kai USA Ltd., manufacturer of Kershaw Knives and Zero Tolerance Knives in Tualatin, has an immediate opening for a Packaging Material Handler in our warehouse.

Responsibilities

In a fast-paced manufacturing environment, the Packaging Material Handler will be responsible for a variety of key tasks in our packaging department. This position will report to the Packaging Supervisor.

Essential duties include:

• Locating materials and supplies by pulling and verifying these materials and supplies as listed on orders
• Maintaining accurate inventory counts
• Documenting any inventory discrepancies
• Loading and unloading materials using forklift or pallet jack
• Assisting the Shipping or Receiving departments as needed
• Maintaining the work area in clean and orderly conditions and following all prescribed safety regulations
• Assembling packaging boxes or crates
• Labeling and recording what is packed
• Inspecting packaging for tears, cracks, and dents
• Ensuring that the materials inside each box or crate are packed in a way to minimize breakage during transit
• Packaging final product in preparation for shipment and/or storage
• Contributing to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed
• Performing other duties as assigned

Key Requirements / Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The qualified candidate must:

• Have a high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

• Have 1 year of warehouse-related experience

The successful applicant will also:

• Understand how to organize and analyze information
• Be able to handle complexity
• Be deadline-oriented
• Have the ability to manage their time
• Have experience with process improvement
• Have experience with safety management
• Have experience with inventory control
• Have data entry skills
• Be able to lift materials safely

Hours:

Day Shift; Monday-Friday from 6 am to 2:30 pm

Swing Shift; Monday-Wednesday from 3 pm to 1:30 am and Thursday from 2:30 pm to 1 am

Wage: $18.00 per hour, plus $2.50 for a Swing Shift differential

To apply for this position, please email your resume to jobs@kai-usa.com

Please note: We do not accept applications or employment queries by phone.