Picker/Packer
About the role
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging, dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, the company is committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where it operates.
The Picker/Packer plays a key role in the efficient distribution of warehouse deliveries and arrivals.
Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (overtime and weekends as needed)
Pay
$17.50 – $18.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
Location
St. Charles, MO 63301
Responsibilities
- Handle pick tickets/orders from warehouse management/staff to pull items from warehouse inventory.
- Use RF guns and other electronic equipment as necessary.
- Physically pull warehouse items by the stated number, size, color, quantity, and quality requirements.
- Compare and inspect physical items pulled to the requirements of the pick ticket/order.
- Pack/wrap orders as required by item/delivery type and prepare for shipment.
- Transport orders to shipping locations/bins/docks using proper material handling equipment.
- Ensure orders are staged correctly for each delivery.
- Operate material handling equipment following established safety guidelines.
- Assist in maintaining the security and safety of the warehouse.
- May assist in placing incoming items in inventory.
- Assist with conducting warehouse inventory counts as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One or more years’ experience coordinating shipments in a warehousing or distribution environment.
- Ability to perform tasks under pressure and within a deadline‑driven environment.
- Ability to handle detail‑oriented work to ensure proper items and quantities are picked to arrive at customers in good condition.
- General fluency in English required, verbal and written.
Physical Requirements
- Perform job duties in severe weather conditions: heat, cold, rain, etc.
- Walk distances of 100 yards repeatedly and without assistance.
- Lift 50 pounds without assistance or equipment.
- Utilize all material handling equipment without assistance.
- Stand and walk for extended periods as a primary job responsibility.
- Observe established safety guidelines in conducting physical work activity duties.
- Wear protective equipment as required.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation time & holidays
- Life Insurance & AD&D
- Short‑ and Long‑term Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
What We Offer
- Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
- Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
- An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential
- A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work