What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crater/Packer position at Griswold Industries dba Cla-Val?
GRISWOLD INDUSTRIES
Job Description
Crater/Packer
JOB DIMENSIONS:
Job Summary:
Under moderate supervision, packs valves in proper cartons, crates, or boxes for domestic or export shipments in accordance with prescribed procedures; and performs other duties, as assigned.
Reports to:
Shipping & Receiving Manager
Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:
Stencils or attaches shipping instructions on cartons or crates, as instructed;
Properly prepares and packs valves for shipment under general supervision;
Builds special crates and skids;
Drills and bolts valves to avoid shifting and to provide protection from damage in transit;
Operates forklift and hoist to move crates;
Operates small hand and power tools;
Operates table saw;
Regular punctuality, attendance, and absence reporting in conformance with company policies is essential to the successful performance of this position; and
Fully comply with company rules, policies, procedures, and safety guidelines to ensure safe and effective operations;
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES:
Any combination equivalent of, but not limited to, the following.
Experience/Training/Education:
Some experience in packaging methods and procedures is desirable.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Ability to match shipper invoices to the shop invoices of the packaged parts and valves;
Ability to respond to rush orders especially the last week of the month;
Must have working knowledge of United Parcel, Parcel Post, and air freight shipping procedures;
Ability to operate a forklift;
Ability to follow written and oral instructions;
Ability to communicate and work cooperatively with co-workers;
Ability to operate a foam machine and stencil machine;
Ability to operate a postal metering machine;
Ability to correctly compute postal rates given weights of packaged materials;
Ability to check and mark proper shipping instructions on cartons of goods being shipped;
Ability to use small power hand tools such as nail guns, power saws, and power drills;
Ability to use large power saws; and
Ability to operate a pallet jack.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to use hand trucks to move heavier valves;
Ability to bend, lift, move, and carry materials weighing 50 pounds or less; and
Ability to perform essential functions of the job, as defined;
Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.
Special Requirements:
Appropriate company certification in the operation of a forklift;
Safety shoes; and
No jewelry or loose-fitting clothing permitted.
Salary : $16 - $27
