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TRAX Internation Packing/Crating Management Specialist in Wallops Island, Virginia
Packing/Crating Management Specialist
Job Code:2026:0403-014
Location:Wallops Island, VA
FT/PT Status:Full Time
Business Sector:Logistics Management
Job Description
Performs packing, preservation, and preparation for shipment of material and equipment. Plans, designs, and develops packages to protect supplies, materials, and equipment between the time of purchase and use, including prevention of environmental and mechanical damage during handling, shipping, and storage. Provides support to other functional areas to include Receiving and Disposal.
Duties and Responsibilities
Determines the best method of packaging particular materials; establishes packaging standards
Develops or reviews packaging specifications; evaluates packaging methods; advises on packaging matters
Measures, cuts, and assembles crates and containers
Packages or preserves parts in storage to prevent damage or corrosion
Operates packing and preservation equipment
Measures equipment to determine correct container size
Performs after-hours, weekend, and emergency callback services as required
Performs the work of the Receiving/Delivery Specialist positions to include tasks such as performing personnel office moves, delivering goods to customer locations and other duties, as required
Performs the work of the Excess/Disposal Management Specialist and the Storage Management Specialist positions to include tasks such as labeling and picking up excess materials, disposing of excess in accordance with Government guidelines and performing other warehouse duties, as required
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required Skills and Qualifications
High school graduate or equivalent
Three years’ experience in packing and crating
Must possess a valid motor vehicle and material handling equipment operator's license
Certification as a forklift operator
Ability to perform computerized tasks as required
Familiarity with woodworking equipment
Must possess and maintain certifications for Shipping Dangerous Goods (CFR 49/IATA/IMDG/Military Air Transport)
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Ability to operate material handling equipment * Ability to pass a NASA WFF forklift physical * Physically capable of performing manual labor with ability to lift boxes weighing up to 75 pounds * Subject to exposure to fumes originating from gas, diesel, oils, and other fuels * Must be to work with and trained to handle hazardous materials * Ability to stoop, bend, push and pull. * Must possess basic computer literacy skills to include the use of the World Wide Web, operative skills regarding MS Office programs (Word and Excel) * The work of this position is performed in an indoor and outdoor environment * Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform their duties and responsibilities
Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions
Must be able to successfully complete a background screening
Must possess or be able to obtain a public trust clearance prior to employment and maintain public trust clearance for the duration of employment
The list above is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position. TRAX reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.
Other Job Information
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement TRAX is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports contributions of all individuals. TRAX is an equal opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, pregnancy, ancestry, national origin, handicap, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ===== Rate of Pay/Benefits Hourly Rate: $28.14 Benefits Information
Our company offers a generous benefits package including 16 days of personal leave (accrued), 56 hours of sick leave (accrued), and 11 paid holidays. This position is eligible for health, vision, and dental care with options for employee only, employee plus one, employee and children, and family coverage. As well as company provided Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability AD&D, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program as well as pension contributions to the Machinist Pension Trust. Other optional benefits include retirement plans through a 401(k) and Roth IRA, Dependent Care FSA, Healthcare FSA, HSA Accounts (only for applicable high deductible plans), Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Insurance, and Legal Insurance.