Packing & Shipping Operator
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Manufacturing / Production
Material Handler, Packaging Engineer, Forklift Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Packing & Shipping Operator
Location: Elkridge, MD
Schedule/Shift: Monday-Friday, 40 hours/week; 1st
Shift: 7:30 AM-3:30 PM; 2nd
Shift: 3:00 PM-12:30 AM
Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour
26-10037
The Packing & Shipping Operator supports manufacturing and shipping operations by safely packaging, preparing, documenting, and processing materials for domestic and international shipment. This hands-on role involves building and customizing packaging, using hand and power tools, preparing shipping documentation, and handling materials in a manufacturing and warehouse environment. The ideal candidate has experience in warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, packaging, manufacturing, construction, material handling, or another hands-on environment.
Job Responsibilities- Package parts and materials according to established commercial and military packaging requirements.
- Build and customize packaging using hand and power tools.
- Measure, cut, and assemble packaging materials according to required specifications.
- Prepare packages with appropriate markings, labels, and shipping documentation.
- Process deliveries and maintain accurate shipping records using computerized systems.
- Support domestic, international, commercial, and government shipments.
- Safely move, handle, and stage materials within manufacturing and warehouse areas.
- Maintain accurate records and follow established safety, quality, and shipping procedures.
- Collaborate with shipping, production, warehouse, and other operational teams.
- Previous experience in warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, packaging, crating, material handling, manufacturing, construction, or a similar hands-on environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience using common hand tools such as drills, wrenches, box cutters, and hammers.
- Ability to measure, cut, and assemble materials accurately.
- Ability to understand and follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
- Comfortable using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. independently and participate in team lifts of heavier materials.
- Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods.
- Ability and willingness to obtain required forklift, crane, power-tool, DOT/IATA HAZMAT, and safety certifications.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Ability to work fully onsite in Elkridge, MD.
- Experience with warehouse, shipping and receiving, crating, packing, forklift operation, manufacturing, or military packaging.
- Experience with MIL-STD-2073 or similar military packaging standards.
- Experience with palletizing, material handling, shipping systems, or HAZMAT procedures.
- Experience working with commercial, government, or international shipments.
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Benefits- Medical Insurance
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Matching 401(k)
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Discounts & Rewards
- Payroll Payment Options
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