Packaging/Assembly Specialist

Boshart Industries is based in Milverton, Ontario, with more than 70 years of experience in the plumbing and water well industry, including distribution and manufacturing. Our warehouse in Charlotte has been in operation   since 2019, and we are excited to grow in the community. We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive workplace where employees are supported, recognized, and encouraged to grow personally and professionally. We offer competitive salaries and health benefits.

Boshart Industries is currently looking to fill the position of Packaging/Assembly Specialist. This position is located in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Packaging/Assembly Specialist is responsible for ensuring that quality products are being packaged and assembled in the Tank Tee Dept of Packaging. They will pick, sort, pack, and assemble components for tank tee kits as required and be able to carry out all packaging duties while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and quality. The Specialist will work and communicate with Packaging Supervisor and Scheduler to schedule workload and determine the most efficient path for schedule completion, to report throughput, inventory/component issues, etc.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties include, but not limited to, as follows

Communication and Coordination

• Collect and manage daily route cards and work picks.
• Work with Supervisor to adjust production schedules for efficiency.
• Maintain open communication with supervisor and schedulers.

Packaging, Assembly, and Inventory Management

• Sort, assemble, label and package, confirming labeling accuracy.
• Notify shipping of rush orders to ensure customer satisfaction. 
• Pick and transfer products accurately ensuring products are in designated slots.
• Maintain packaging inventory and perform cycle counts.

Quality Assurance and General Duties

• Dispose of defective products and report issues to supervisor.
• Suggest process improvements.
• Complete additional assignments as directed and maintain a clean workstation.

Teamwork and Compliance

• Working well independently or as part of a team.
• Operating confidently in a fast-paced environment, following all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.

Work in compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, statutes, and departmental policies/procedures/practices and operational guidelines.

CORE COMPENENCIES:

Prerequisites:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years’ experience in manufacturing or related industry
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs or manufacturing software preferred 
• Previous experience working with material handling equipment 
• Familiarity with inventory control processes preferred
• A knowledge of water well or plumbing products would be an asset.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Accurately maintains information, ensuring compliance with regulations and organizational processes.
• Follows procedures with meticulous attention to detail and suggests continuous improvements.
• Fosters a supportive environment through teamwork, respect, and communication.
• Takes personal responsibility and strives for continuous improvement.
• Maintains a positive outlook and embraces innovation.
• Ensures safety by working carefully to prevent injuries to self or others.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical Environment: Work is conducted indoors in a standard warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures depending on the season. (100%)

Physical Effort: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Lifting and Carrying: Physical strength and stamina required to handle physically demanding movements like pushing, pulling, bending down and lifting packages. Lifting 60 lb.boxes may be required occasionally.
• Standing and Walking: Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the shift.
• Operating Equipment: Use forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.

Sensory Attention: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical skills and the ability to coordinate hand and eyes rapidly and accurately in using equipment. (100%)

Safety Protocol: Requires wearing steel-toed shoes or boots to prevent injuries.

Boshart Industries has deemed this position as safety sensitive. A safety sensitive position, if not performed in a safe manner, can cause direct and significant damage to property, and/or injury to the employee, others around them, the public and/or the immediate environment.

This job description does not imply that these requirements are the exclusive requirements of this position. This position requires performance of additional related duties as needed.

WORKING HOURS: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm (additional hours may be required to work and you may also be required to work on Saturday).

Boshart Industries is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to making our interview process fully accessible for people of all abilities. Accommodations will be provided upon request, to support candidates’ participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know to ensure that the appropriate accommodations are in place.