Scanner/Packager

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Peckham Inc. - Scanner/Packager Important Details Wage: $13.73 per hourHours: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday plus overtime as necessary Full-Time positions onlyLocation: 3510 Capital City Blvd Lansing, MI 48906Why 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 cartsStage, stock, or replenish materials in work areas as directedUse RF scanners, scanning equipment, computers, Excel, and other systemsMaintain clean, safe, and organized work areas using 5S and LEANCommunicate clearly regarding issues or questionsParticipate in Peckham safety programsAssist with cross-training within assigned areaFold, inspect, package, and label productsAttach hang tags, labels, RFID tagsOperate scanning equipmentScan items to verify accuracyBag, seal, and pack itemsCount products and verify label accuracyComplete logs, paperwork, documentation If Assigned To Operations (Production Or Pre-Production Areas) Work in assigned manufacturing cellsVerify cut parts using cut-check listsMaintain counts of parts and materialsReport final production quantitiesNotify supervisors or quality techs of defects If Assigned to Supply Chain (Warehouse, Inbound, or Outbound Areas): Process items through aggregatorsReplace defective RFID or hand tagsBuild virtual pallets and complete logsCreate Over/Short packagesLabel boxes and pallets per contract standardsStage orders and support outbound shipment preparationAssist with non-forklift loading/unloading Minimum Qualifications At least 18 years of ageAbility to read labels and basic documentsBasic math skillsAbility to follow instructionsReliable attendanceColor vision PHYSICAL DEMANDS Standing and walking for long periodsLifting 40lbs frequently; up to 50lbs frequently in Operations; up to 100lbs occasionally with assistance in Supply ChainUse 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 EOE-Embracing Diversity to Achieve Excellence 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 Click HERE and you will be directed to the ILRU Directory to find an agency in your area that can assist youClick HERE and you will be directed to the American Jobs Center (AJC) finder to locate a center near youEmail us at jobs@peckham.orgCall us at (517) 316-4000Visit 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