Packing

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The different types of activities within the shipping dock are: checking, packing/sealing, securing, manifesting, and loading.

Checking is to ensure that the right product, in right quantity and good condition is being picked and ready to deliver to customer. This activity is carried out at the packing stations and can be performed manually or through the use of technology (e.g. barcoding). Packing will be done after checking. The latter activity is slightly more extensive. However, it is necessary to make sure that product is protected against damage. Customer’s address will appear on the exterior of the package for identification. Next, if goods are packed in a pallet load, the packing activity will include ensuring the cartons are sealed and tightly secured onto the shipping device.

Manifesting is followed by sealing and securing of goods. This activity ensures that customer’s order has been handles and processed in our warehouse. Like the other activities, manifesting can also be done either manually or by technology means. Last but not least is loading. This means loading orders onto the transport vehicles.