Packer

SUMMARY

The Packer is responsible for preparing automotive parts for shipment by carefully packaging products according to company and customer specifications. This role ensures that all items are correctly labeled, protected, and documented to maintain product integrity during transit. The Packer plays a key role in supporting on-time delivery and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Pack automotive parts into boxes, crates, or containers using appropriate materials to prevent damage.

- Verify part numbers, quantities, and quality before packaging.

- Label packages accurately with shipping information, barcodes, and part identification.

- Follow packing instructions and customer-specific packaging requirements.

- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the packing area.

- Assist with staging and moving packed goods to the shipping area.

- Report damaged or defective parts to supervisors immediately.

- Support inventory control by recording packed quantities and updating systems as needed.

COMPETENCIES

- Ensures accuracy in part identification, counts, and labeling.

- Works quickly and accurately to meet shipping deadlines.

- Maintains high standards in packaging to prevent damage and ensure customer satisfaction.

- Collaborates with shipping, warehouse, and production teams.

- Consistently shows up on time and completes tasks with minimal supervision.

- Follows all safety procedures and uses protective equipment as required

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

- High school diploma or GED (required).

- 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing preferred but not required

TECHNICAL SKILLS & ABILITIES

- Familiarity with packing materials and methods used in automotive parts shipping.

- Ability to read and interpret packing slips, work orders, and part labels.

- Basic computer or scanner skills for inventory and shipping systems.

- Knowledge of safety and handling procedures for automotive components.

- Experience with barcode scanning and labeling equipment (preferred).

SOFT SKILLS

- Clarity of communication, speech and writing

- Dependability

- Adaptability & Trustworthiness

- Trustworthiness

PHYICAL DEMANDS

- Standing / walking for long periods of time

- Stooping

- Repetitive motion

- Lifting – and or move up to 35 pounds regularly and occasionally 50 pounds.

- Reaching

- Workplace chemicals

- Other – Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those a team member may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.

- Noise levels in the work environment are typically moderate. Although hearing protection is not required, it is available upon request.

Benefits:

- Medical - 1st of the month following hire date.

- Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, & Life Insurance

- Free ASPC Health and Wellness Clinic - located in Grand Haven

- $100 annually for safety boots

- Prescription safety glasses program

- Paid Holidays & your birthday is a paid holiday.

Automatic Spring Products Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will take the necessary steps to ensure reasonable accommodation is provided for those with disabilities throughout the application and interview process, as well as during employment.