Packing Specialist

• Location 1151 West 40th Street,Chicago, IL, 60609,United States
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

The packing lead will have a big focus in the flow of the packing department and a key player in affiliate relations. This individual will be able to give both clients and affiliate vendors the best CS experience. It is important that the packing lead understands how to communicate effectively internally and externally. This person will be able to work closely with the shipping department on any incoming or outgoing shipments.

While fulfilling the below responsibilities the packing lead is responsible for ensuring all orders are packaged per the client or affiliate requirements and achieving the department KPI’s to complete order within the scheduled time frame.

• Accuracy of packages and platform records for all product packages
• High Performing Activity
• High Performing Activity

• Assurance of all box labels, packing slips, physical counts and system records match what the client is receiving
• Communicate with internal departments on status updates, or discrepancies
• Assist in packing product efficiently when all hands on deck are needed to support the team
• Notify the shipping department of time frames and completion of packing orders in the area
• Work accordingly with management for any needs specific to the department or client requirements & inventory
• Understand and Conform to client specifications of packaged goods
• Maintain an organized department between orders to be packed, and completed orders
• Support a safe work environment by working and training employees on lifting procedures, pallet jacket safety, skid organization, bending and pulling techniques, etc.
• Support the company as the last line of defense of finished goods packages to catch errors in house
• Processing of distribution locations and instructions according to specific needs or direction

• Bilingual:
  Strong written and verbal communication in English and Spanish preferred but not required
• 1+ Years of industry experience
• 1+ Years of team lead role
• Excellent communication skills, self motivated, self starter, sense of urgency, and very personable
• Able to thrive in a fast paced environment
• Flexible, Friendly, and engaging personality
• Hands on experience as a trainer or coach
• Proven experience in packing, inventory, or shipping

• Medical Insurance Offering with United Healthcare (2 Options available)
• Dental|Vision|Life Insurance Offering with Mutual Of Omaha