Location
Galax, Virginia, United States
Type
Full-time
Job Description
Employer: Albany Industries Galax, Virginia Description JOB DESCRIPTION Job title Packer Reports to Upholstery Supervisor Level Level 1 - Entry Status Hourly / Non-Exempt Job purpose The Packer prepares the finished goods for shipping. Duties and responsibilities Applies protective wrap, cardboard protectors and covers to the furniture at the end of the assembly line. Covers and wraps the product with plastic and ensures it is taped tightly and neatly. Operators a manual hand-held tap gun. Moves packaged product off-line to staging area for pick up. Works in accordance with Company Safety practices Maintains neat and clean work area. Follows all quality standards and inspection requirements. Regular attendance and compliance with all work schedules. All other duties as assigned Core Competencies/Qualifications Required High School Diploma or GED. Ability to work in a fast-paced production line environment. Prior work experience in manufacturing. Preferred Prior working experience in a furniture manufacturing environment. Working conditions This job operates primarily in a plant environment. Physical requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, bend, stoop, kneel and twist and lift up to 50 pounds; hold and operate air powered tools weighing up to 5 pounds. The employee is frequently required to stand for extended periods of time and use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The job is in a plant environment where the temperature can be hot or cold depending on the weather.
Requirements
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and prior experience in a manufacturing environment. The ability to work in a fast-paced production line and lift up to 50 pounds is required.