Packer

Company Overview

Lippert is a foremost supplier of components serving the recreational vehicle and residential housing markets, alongside industries such as bus, cargo and equestrian trailers, marine, and heavy trucks. With over 90 locations across the US, Canada, Ireland, Italy, and the UK, more than 10,000 employees collaborate to deliver innovative product solutions daily.

Work Culture and Benefits

• Inclusive company culture valuing every member
• Comprehensive healthcare including dental and vision
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
• Opportunities for career growth and mentoring
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Annual flu shots provided
• Holiday, personal, and vacation leave
• Access to local and national discounts
• Wellness programs and offerings

Position Summary

Reporting to a supervisor, the Packer is tasked with inspecting, wrapping, and packing products ensuring they meet quality standards without defects.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate power and air tools to package products appropriately
• Identify and verify products for correct boxing and palletizing
• Perform routine maintenance to keep equipment functional
• Manage inventory levels by monitoring stock and ordering supplies timely
• Communicate daily with supervisors regarding any issues
• Adhere to safety and cleanliness protocols in the work environment
• Ensure safety standards to protect personnel and company assets
• Collaborate effectively to deliver quality and timely results
• Execute additional tasks as assigned by supervisors or management

Competencies

• Exemplify highest standards of personal conduct in all duties
• Flexibility in scheduling to satisfy customer needs
• Basic math skills and accurate tape measure reading to meet specifications
• Commitment to precise job completion within deadlines
• Physical endurance and ability to manage work pressure
• Proactive approach to anticipate and avoid errors
• Maintain positive attitude and constructive outlook
• Ability to cooperate with colleagues towards shared objectives
• Consistent, open, and honest communication

Physical Requirements

This role involves extensive physical activity including standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, stooping, crouching, carrying items, crawling, and climbing throughout the day. Candidates must be able to lift or move items up to 50 pounds. Required vision capabilities include close and distance vision, color perception, peripheral awareness, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Work Environment

• Exposure to varying temperatures based on weather conditions
• Workplace environment is noisy and loud
• Frequent interruptions to address personnel and management requests
• Busy setting that can challenge concentration
• Longer hours during peak periods to meet customer demands
• Stress management skills required due to continual interruptions

Working Hours and Compensation

This is a full-time, onsite role requiring 40 hours per week from Monday to Thursday, with overtime as needed. The starting hourly wage ranges between $19 and $22.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to assess product quality and productivity standards
• Competency in using hand tools
• Attention to detail ensuring high-quality product output
• Capacity to follow documented procedures and standards
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness and availability for overtime to achieve goals
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Additional Information

No supervisory duties at the start, though potential future leadership opportunities exist.

This position requires legal authorization to work in the United States.

The job description is flexible and may be updated to include additional duties as needed.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lippert is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizenship status, veteran or military status, marital status, or other legally protected status. Employment decisions are based solely on job-related factors, including skill, ability, past performance, and company tenure. The policy requires every team member to comply, and violations can lead to disciplinary actions including termination.