Packer - Military veterans preferred

Description

Our most important asset is our people. Who we are, what we do, how we do it and why we are passionate are all centerpieces of why we succeed.

We are proud to be recognized:

• Among America's Best Midsize Employers by Forbes in 2021 and 2022
• As one of Chicago's Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in 2022
• As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace 2022 and 2023

Job Responsibilities

Perform a variety of duties to assemble components, move raw and finished product to maintain product flow.

• Promote and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Provide suggestions and feedback on improving departmental processes, performance goals and environment.
• Setup material to support assembly production and other operations using a variety of manual and mechanical methods as required.
• Inspect material for quality and verify accuracy of raw components and finished goods using the Bill of Material.
• Assist in line changeovers and returning raw material to stock.
• Place cartons or material on skids per pallet specifications, using vacuum assist where required. 
• Stretch wrap and move skids to finished goods staging area.
• Create LPN's to move inventory into finished goods.
• Assist or substitute for machine operators as needed, performing the job requirements for those duties.
• Other related and similar duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Fulfill all essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
• Understand verbal and written instructions. Able to effectively communicate with the team.
• Abide by all safety policies, procedures, rules, and guidelines in order prevent and reduce exposure to accidents and injuries.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Physical presence at designated worksite, work a 40 hour work schedule, maintain consistent and acceptable attendance and work overtime as required, including weekend and holiday work based on business demands.
• Pay close attention to detail and follow instructions and procedures to meet quality standards.
• Work in a team environment by assisting in training and facilitating job duties for other team members (including temps). Demonstrate a positive attitude.
• Successfully complete and pass required Power Industrial Vehicle (PIV) training and test and obtain and maintain appropriate PIV licensing.
• Use Radio Frequency (RF) units.
• Able to work in a machine paced environment and meet production targets.
• Mechanically inclined. Experience operating the following equipment: Hand Tools, Strappers, Hand Pallet Jack, Fork Trucks, and automatic tape machines.
• Knowledge of Oracle WMS.

Physical Requirements:

Perform repetitive tasks as required.

Perform pre-shift stretching (includes: bending, reaching and stretching with hands, arm, legs and feet and bending and twisting waist) as required for position.

Please use the frequency chart to indicate approximate time spent performing physical requirements.

Frequency Chart (eight-hour work day):

Frequency of Activity

Percentage

Time (Hours)

Minimal (M)

1% - 5%

0 – 0.5

Occasional (O)

6% - 33%

0.5 – 2.5

Frequent (F)

34% - 66%

2.5 – 5.5

Continuous (C)

67% - 100%

> 5.5

Physical Requirements

Bending/Stooping:

Occasional

Reaching:

Frequent

Carrying:

Frequent

Reading:

Occasional

Climbing

Minimal

Sitting:

Minimal

Driving:

Occasional

Squatting:

Minimal

Gripping/Grasping:

Continuous

Standng:

Continuous

Kneeling:

Minimal

Twisting:

Minimal

Lifting (Up to 25 lbs.):

Frequent

Typing:

Minimal

Lifting (Up to 50 lbs.):

Minimal

Vibration:

Occasional

Over shoulder / overhead:

Minimal

Walking:

Frequent

Pulling:

Occasional

Writing:

Minimal

Pushing:

Occasional

The job duties for this job description include, but are not limited to the requirements specified above. Certain conditions may require temporary duties; however; these duties will be within the scope of physical requirements for this pay grade.

Fellowes Brands - A Family Business Since 1917
For over a century, Fellowes has been committed to positively impacting people through our culture, relationships and solutions. We have evolved toward relevance with each decade and generation, responding to a constantly changing world. Today, we are on an ambitious journey to grow our influence and impact in enhancing and maximizing work experiences worldwide. We are a “Brand on the Move” and remain committed to finding new ways to help people work better and feel better.

Visit our Careers Site: www.fellowesbrands.com/us/en/careers/Pages/overview.aspx

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

 The hiring range for this position in Itasca, IL is $18 per hour. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors. An annual incentive may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. An overview of our benefits offering is available here: Fellowes Benefits Overview. 

Fellowes, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a mutual service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered Fellowes' property, and Fellowes will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting the Talent Acquisition Department.

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