Picker Packer

Peoria Production Shop

Peoria Production Shop

Peoria, IL, USA

Posted on Jun 5, 2026
Job Title: Picker Packer

Company Mission: To be the premier employer for individuals with disabilities.

Brief Description: Observes packaging operations and inspects containers to verify conformance to customer specifications.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Proceeds with assigned duties with minimal supervision.
  • Usually works on orders that require a small number of pieces resulting in higher turnover of orders and increased switching of jobs throughout the day.
  • Efficient and hardworking.
  • Has the ability to stay on task, is not easily distracted by surrounding activities.
  • Conducts verified counts of packaged goods in accordance with the package work order.
  • Inspects filled containers to ensure that product is packaged according to specifications.
  • Verifies that part number, description, and quantity on packaging work order match the material at the table.
  • Determines the number of pieces that must be put in each container based on customer requirements.
  • Sets scale to determine the number of pieces each container requires according to its package work order. Have a line leader check to be sure that the scale is set correctly before proceeding with filling the order.
  • Randomly checks containers to make sure they are filled with the correct amount of material.
  • Ensures orders are filled according to packaging work order.
  • Helps with packaging responsibilities whenever needed or when time allows.
  • Reports quantity discrepancies or other problems to a supervisor.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

  • Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 20 pounds with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to be on feet for 8 hours each day either standing or walking.
  • Regularly required to bend, stoop, or reach with hands and arms while filling orders.
  • Regularly required to use hands to handle objects or tools.
  • Must be willing to work 40 hours per week.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, ear plugs required in some locations.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • Knowledge of basic mathematical functions and basic calculator functions.
  • Knowledge of production equipment and tools such as electric hand jacks, electric tape machines, handheld tape guns, and heat sealers.
  • Skill to work in a team-oriented environment.
  • Ability to read packaging work order.
  • Ability to count.
  • Ability to pay attention to detail.
  • Ability to use an RF gun.
  • Ability to complete tasks quickly, neatly, accurately, and carefully.
  • Ability to handle pressure of deadlines and stay patient while tasks are being performed.
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees.

Education/Experience

  • Some High School required.
  • 1 year experience working in a warehouse environment as a packager, allocator, or similar position.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • PTO
  • 403B - retirement plan
  • Long Term Disability
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Legal
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness
  • Employer paid Life Insurance
  • Employer paid Short Term Disability
  • Bonus Opportunities