Packing Associate

Crossville, TN, US, 38555-5494

Requisition:  53153

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

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Job Duties and Responsibilities

The primary function of a packer is to take product from bulk containers and pack into individual containers.  A packer must be able to read and follow a work order.  Each individual container will have a label attached.  Packers will be required to use and maintain tape machines and weight scales. Packers will be required to post production on the DSI computer system.  Once the order is complete the shipping container will be pushed onto the conveyor.  In some cases packers will have to pick parts from primary bulk locations to fill the orders. Packers are required to clean workstations and sweep floors at the end of each shift.

Each employee receives two, ten-minute paid breaks and 30 minutes unpaid for lunch.

Essential Function of the Job:

•    Ability to lift 25 pounds consistently and 75 pounds occasionally
•    Ability to lift skids onto the pack off conveyor
•    Overhead lifting 
•    Stooping/Bending to floor level
•    Reaching and lifting
•    Twisting left/right
•    Walking and standing up to 8 + hours
•    Full range of motion involving neck movements
•    Full range of motion with wrists 
•    Ability to read and write
•    Ability to use calculator for accurate counts
•    Ability to use computers to post production
•    Follow verbal and written instructions
•    Ability to work as a team player
•    Additional duties may be required to support the business and will be directed by a coach


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