Packing Material Clerk

Overview

MTS North America is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented, and highly organized Packaging Material Clerk to support daily packaging and project-preparation activities within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Package finished products and customer-specific project materials according to company and customer requirements.
• Repeat lifting and stacking of towers for pallet placement, packaging and quality inspections
• Read and interpret bills of material (BOMs), work orders, packing lists, and packaging instructions.
• Verify quantities, part numbers, dimensions, and project information before packaging.
• Inspect products and components for visible damage, defects, or missing items before packaging on a pallet.
• Securely wrap, box, crate, band, and label materials to prevent damage during handling and transportation.
• Apply accurate product identification, customer labels, project numbers, handling instructions, and other required markings.
• Sort, organize, and stage packaged materials according to project schedules and customer requirements.
• Notify management of damaged products, missing components, incorrect quantities, or other discrepancies.
• Complete and maintain accurate packaging records, checklists, and related documentation.
• Use company computer systems to enter packaging and project information as required.
• Operate pallet jacks and other approved material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Move packaged materials to designated staging areas.
• Maintain adequate supplies of packaging materials and notify management when additional supplies are needed.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized packaging and staging areas.
• Follow all company safety procedures and proper material-handling practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts focused on packaging quality, efficiency, accuracy, and damage prevention.
• Perform other packaging-related duties and special projects as assigned.
• Promote a professional, safety-focused, and team-oriented work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in packaging, manufacturing, assembly, warehouse operations, or a related industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to read and understand packing lists, and written instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Basic computer and data-entry skills.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, packaging equipment, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to identify damaged, missing, or incorrectly labeled materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for data entry and reporting purposes.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as RF scanners, pallet jacks, forklifts, and trade compliance tools.
• Basic math skills for inventory counts, measurements, and calculations related to packaging.
• Ability to work independently while supporting production and team objectives.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience packaging automotive, industrial, or custom-manufactured products.
• Experience with project-specific packaging, kitting, labeling, and staging.
• Knowledge of proper packaging methods and damage-prevention practices.
• Forklift certification or previous material-handling experience.
• Familiarity with Sage or a similar computerized business system.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Work is performed primarily in a warehouse floor environment.
• Frequent exposure to production-floor conditions, including noise, moving equipment, and material-handling activities.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials continuously weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, twist, and perform repetitive packaging activities throughout the workday.
• Ability to safely operate approved material-handling equipment.
• For workplace safety and operational purposes, employees must possess the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to contribute to a fast-paced warehouse environment while developing their skills in packaging. If you thrive in energetic settings, we want to hear from you!

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person