Job descriptionJob title: Packer
Location: Scarborough, Ontario
Job Category: manufacturing & logistics
Pay: $18.00
Shift: Afternoons, 2PM-10:30PM (Mon-Thurs) & 2PM-7:30PM (Friday)
Temporary to permanent
Our client, a prominent leader in the manufacturing & logistics sector, is looking for a dedicated and energetic Packer to join their fast-paced operations in Scarborough. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who thrives in a physical environment and takes pride in the precision of outbound shipments. As a Packer in the manufacturing & logistics industry, you will play a critical role in ensuring that products are securely prepared for transit, maintaining the high standards our client is known for. This temporary 3-month contract offers a stable Monday to Friday schedule, perfect for those seeking a consistent day shift and a great work-life balance.
In this manufacturing & logistics role, speed and stamina are key. You will be responsible for packing boxes and preparing skids for outbound shipments, ensuring every item is handled with care. While this position is based in Scarborough, we occasionally see requirements for bilingual support; however, for this specific Packer position, the primary language of operation is English. Joining the manufacturing & logistics team through Randstad means you are partnering with a global leader. Our expert recruiters specialize in the manufacturing & logistics field and are dedicated to finding the right fit for your skills and career ambitions.
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Advantages
• Competitive pay rate of $18.00 per hour.
• Excellent afternoon schedule: Mon-Thu (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM) and Fri (2:00 PM – 7:30 PM).
• Early Friday finish, perfect for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• Immediate start date for the right candidate in the manufacturing & logistics sector.
• Reliable weekly pay via direct deposit through Randstad.
• Opportunity to gain experience with a reputable leader in manufacturing & logistics.
• Convenient Scarborough location accessible by main bus routes.
• Support from expert recruiters who are specialists in the local job market.
Responsibilities
• Expertly pack products into boxes ensuring optimal space utilization and safety for outbound shipments.
• Build and wrap skids/pallets accurately to meet shipping specifications within the manufacturing & logistics facility.
• Maintain a high pace of movement over long periods to meet strict daily shipping deadlines.
• Conduct visual quality checks on all items before they are packed to ensure quality standards are met.
• Use specialized tools to secure shipments, including tape dispensers, shrink wrap, and strapping equipment.
• Label all outbound boxes and skids clearly and accurately for logistics tracking and routing.
• Collaborate effectively with the warehouse team to maintain an organized and safe manufacturing & logistics environment.
• Follow all established health and safety protocols to ensure a secure workplace for yourself and your colleagues.
Qualifications
• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience as a Packer or in a similar manufacturing & logistics role.
• Must be able to lift upwards of 40 lbs repetitively for the duration of the shift.
• Experience packing boxes and preparing skids for outbound shipments is mandatory.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move quickly for long periods in a warehouse setting.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the 3-month contract.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality for the specified afternoon shift hours.
Skills
• Proven ability to work at a fast pace consistently throughout an afternoon shift.
• Strong spatial awareness for efficient box packing and pallet building.
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure labels and shipping counts are 100% accurate.
• High level of physical stamina and endurance for repetitive lifting and packing tasks.
• Ability to work cohesively within a team-oriented manufacturing & logistics environment.
• Strong communication skills to report any inventory or packaging discrepancies to the supervisor.
Summary
Are you ready to jumpstart your next career move? Our expert recruiters are waiting to connect you with this premier manufacturing & logistics opportunity. Apply today and build your future!
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Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
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