Packaging/Warehouse Clerk

Swaner Hardwood Co is seeking a dependable, hardworking, and productive individual to join our warehouse team as a Packaging, Warehouse Clerk. This is a fast-paced, physically demanding position involving the preparation, packaging, and handling of hardwood lumber products for shipment to customers nationwide. Reliability, punctuality, teamwork, and consistent productivity are essential to success in this position. We are looking for someone who takes their responsibilities seriously, maintains a strong work ethic, works efficiently throughout their shift, and contributes positively to the team's daily performance. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, takes initiative, and understands that every team member plays an important role in meeting daily shipping commitments. This position starts at $17.00 - $17.50/hr., with the opportunity for pay increase after a 90-day probationary period has been completed. Work Schedule: · Location: Burbank, CA · Schedule: Monday – Friday, typically 7AM-3:30PM and Saturday 6AM-11AM (when needed) Job Summary: Key Responsibilities Review customer orders and verify product accuracy, quantity, and quality before packaging. Properly package hardwood lumber boards and related products to prevent damage during transportation. Wrap products using stretch film, either manually or with packaging equipment. Assist with manually loading approximately 80–100 packages onto shipping pallets daily. Maintain a consistent and productive work pace while meeting daily packaging and shipping goals. Ensure all required shipping documents and labels accompany each order. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area. Restock packaging supplies and assist with replenishing lumber inventory. Assist with receiving, inspecting, and organizing incoming and returned merchandise. Communicate order discrepancies, product damage, and potential shipping delays promptly to the team lead or management. Take initiative to assist coworkers and support other warehouse operations when assigned tasks are completed. Follow instructions, established procedures, and workplace safety standards. Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned. Qualifications & Requirements Attendance & Reliability Consistent, dependable attendance and punctuality are essential. Must be ready to begin work at the scheduled start time. Ability to maintain a reliable work schedule and follow company attendance and notification procedures. Demonstrate accountability for assigned responsibilities and work commitments. Teamwork & Work Ethic Maintain a positive, respectful, and cooperative attitude toward coworkers and supervisors. Willingness to assist team members and contribute to shared daily goals. Ability to follow directions, accept constructive feedback, and communicate effectively. Take initiative and remain actively engaged in assigned work throughout the shift. Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a willingness to learn. Productivity & Performance Ability to work efficiently and maintain a steady pace in a physically active warehouse environment. Meet reasonable daily productivity and quality expectations without compromising safety. Stay focused, minimize unnecessary downtime, and make effective use of scheduled working hours. Adapt to changing priorities and assist wherever needed to complete daily shipping commitments. Maintain accuracy and attention to detail while working under deadlines. Physical & Technical Requirements Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 60 lbs. Ability to stand, bend, lift, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday. Ability to read and understand work orders, product measurements, and shipping instructions. High school diploma or GED preferred. Previous warehouse, packaging, shipping, or receiving experience preferred. Knowledge of hardwood lumber products or e-commerce fulfillment is a plus. Work Environment This position is based at…

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