BRC is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual to join our extraordinary and growing team as a Flat Packer in our Packaging and Logistics department. BRC is a modern office furniture manufacturer, focused on creating meaningful and inspirational workplace experiences. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with BRC's motivated and engaging Team, where inclusivity, diversity, and positive work experiences is our top priority.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the efficient and safe packaging of furniture products. This role involves a variety of tasks, including inspecting, packing, and securing furniture for shipment. If you are a detail-oriented individual who enjoys hands-on work and is interested in honing your organizational and problem-solving skills, then this is the job for you!

Responsibilities

• Inspect and check furniture for any damage before packing on skids and boxes.
• Select the correct size skid for packing and perform other duties as required in assembly and packing department, when assigned by Supervisor or Lead Hand.
• Move furniture off the assembly line with manual lift cart and move furniture to the skid.
• Place and stack furniture on skids or in boxes and ensure that the furniture is not damaged.
• Place the corners and foam between the furniture to prevent scratches and rubbing during transportation. Use Honey Combe in boxes for protection.
• Place corners on all sides of the Furniture/ Tops on the skid and secure corners before wrapping the skid.
• Wrap the skid of furniture/ tops with shrink wrap and ensure that the shrink wrap is tied to the skid.
• Wrap the skid 4 to 5 times with the shrink wrap.
• Place the 2-mill plastic cover on top of the Furniture and wrap the skid once more.
• Attach skid label to the skid with tape and move skid to shipping with pump truck.

Requirements

Qualifications

To be able to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 2 years working in a Manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Proficient fluency to communicate, understand and write in English.
• Must be able to read tape measure.
• Must be able to follow verbal instructions from Lead Hand, Supervisor or Management.
• Provide support and communicate effectively with team members as required.
• Must be able to use a pump truck to move skids to shipping department and other areas.
• Ability to drive a Forklift is considered an asset.
• When required, able to lift materials up to 50 pounds and to carry, move, manipulate and/or position them and to move, bend, twist or maintain awkward body positions while performing work.
• Must be able to stand and walk for 8.0 hours per shift, as required.
• Has good hand and eye co-ordination and muscular control sufficient to operate tools or equipment and to see closely and/or listen intently to achieve very detailed results and/or detect flaws or errors.
• Ability to perform under pressure and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must understand good housekeeping practices.

Working Conditions

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Compensation package offering $19.19 per hour
• Occasional lifting of moderately heavy objects may be required.
• Hours of Work: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Will be required to stand and walk for 8.0 hours a day.
• May be required to work overtime as required.
• May be exposed to hazards associated with manufacturing.
• Must be required to use PPE.

Benefits

• Health Benefits will be available to you, as described in the BRC 2020 Health Benefit Plan.
• Inspiring team committed to a diverse, inclusive, and safe workspace.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Various social and recreational activities.
• BRC awards a Service award every 5 years.
• Some travel may be required.