Johnson Freight Carriers is a growing transportation, freight, and logistics company providing reliable shipping, warehousing, distribution, and supply chain solutions to businesses across a variety of industries. Our operations are built around safety, efficiency, accuracy, teamwork, and dependable customer service.
As our operations continue to expand, we are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Production Packaging Associate to join our warehouse and logistics team.
This position plays an important role in preparing products, materials, and freight for shipment while maintaining quality standards, accurate documentation, organized work areas, and efficient warehouse operations.
Position Overview
The Production Packaging Associate supports daily packaging, production, warehouse, and shipping activities. The position is responsible for preparing products and materials for shipment, assembling and labeling packages, inspecting finished items, organizing inventory, and assisting with general warehouse operations.
The ideal candidate is reliable, organized, safety-conscious, and comfortable performing hands-on work in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop practical experience in packaging, warehouse operations, logistics, transportation, and supply chain management.
Key ResponsibilitiesPackaging & Production Support
- Package products, materials, and freight according to company procedures and customer requirements.
- Prepare boxes, cartons, pallets, containers, protective materials, and other packaging supplies.
- Assemble, seal, label, and prepare packages for shipment.
- Verify product quantities, labels, order information, and packaging requirements before shipment.
- Inspect products and finished packages for visible damage, defects, or inconsistencies.
- Apply appropriate labels, markings, shipping information, and documentation.
- Prepare completed orders for staging, loading, and transportation.
- Ensure products are properly protected and secured during handling and shipment.
- Maintain an efficient workflow while meeting daily production and shipping deadlines.
Warehouse Operations
- Assist with receiving, sorting, organizing, and storing products and materials.
- Stage completed orders and shipments in designated warehouse areas.
- Assist with inventory organization and material movement.
- Maintain accurate counts of packaging supplies and warehouse materials.
- Assist with loading and unloading shipments when required.
- Move products and materials between production, packaging, storage, and shipping areas.
- Maintain organized workstations, storage areas, and production spaces.
- Assist with inventory counts, stock checks, and material reconciliation.
Quality & Safety
- Follow established packaging procedures, work instructions, and production schedules.
- Perform quality checks throughout the packaging process.
- Identify and report damaged products, incorrect quantities, labeling errors, or packaging issues.
- Follow company safety policies and established warehouse procedures.
- Use personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Follow proper lifting, material-handling, and equipment operating procedures.
- Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or operational concerns to supervisors.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives designed to improve productivity, quality, and workplace safety.
Team Collaboration
- Work closely with warehouse, shipping, receiving, production, and logistics teams.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers regarding orders, materials, and daily priorities.
- Help ensure shipments are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Assist team members during periods of increased workload or shipment volume.
- Support special projects and operational initiatives as assigned.
- Contribute to a professional, respectful, and team-oriented workplace.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in packaging, warehouse operations, manufacturing, production, shipping and receiving, logistics, or material handling is preferred but not required.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to organize tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Basic computer skills are a plus.
- Ability to learn company procedures and warehouse systems.
- Willingness to learn new skills and take on additional responsibilities.
- Forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment experience is a plus.
Physical Requirements
This is a hands-on warehouse and packaging position.
Candidates should be able to:
- Lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, as required.
- Stand and walk for extended periods.
- Bend, reach, squat, and perform repetitive packaging and material-handling tasks.
- Safely move products and materials throughout the facility.
- Work around warehouse equipment, pallets, carts, and shipping areas.
- Maintain productivity and accuracy during repetitive tasks.
Reasonable accommodations may be available for qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law.
Schedule
- Full-Time
- Monday–Friday
- Day Shift
- Overtime may be available based on business and operational needs
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
- Stable full-time employment.
- Consistent work schedule.
- Paid training and onboarding.
- Supportive and team-oriented work environment.
- Opportunities for advancement within warehouse, logistics, and transportation operations.
- Cross-training and opportunities to develop new skills.
- Hands-on experience in packaging, shipping, warehousing, and supply chain operations.
- Opportunities for long-term career development.
- Paid time off and holiday benefits, where applicable.
- Benefits for eligible employees.
Work Environment
The Production Packaging Associate works primarily in a warehouse and production-support environment. Daily activities may include packaging products, preparing shipments, organizing materials, inspecting finished packages, staging orders, and assisting with warehouse operations.
The position requires employees to remain productive and attentive while performing hands-on work. Employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.
Why Join Johnson Freight Carriers?
At Johnson Freight Carriers, every shipment matters. Our warehouse and logistics teams play an important role in ensuring products and freight are packaged accurately, handled safely, and prepared for delivery on schedule.
We value safety, reliability, teamwork, accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Employees have the opportunity to develop valuable skills in packaging, production support, warehouse operations, transportation, logistics, and supply chain management.
Whether you are beginning your career or looking to expand your experience in warehouse and logistics operations, Johnson Freight Carriers offers an opportunity to learn, contribute, and grow with a company focused on dependable service and operational excellence.
Apply Today
If you are dependable, hardworking, detail-oriented, and interested in building a career in packaging, warehousing, transportation, and logistics, we encourage you to apply for the Production Packaging Associate position at Johnson Freight Carriers.
Pay: $20.80 - $25.20 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Volunteer time off
Work Location: In person
