Shipping Associate

Position Summary:

Responsible for accurately and safely shipping materials. Distributes materials, tools, equipment and products within the warehouse, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all job functions.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares bills of lading; checks items to be shipped against work orders to ascertain that quantities, destination, and routing are correct.
• Sorts, counts, packages, labels, insures, unpacks, and/or logs inventory which is shipped.
• Inspects shipments for damages or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies shipping supervisor.
• Delivers items to loading dock and obtains authorized signatures for accepted items.
• Traces lost shipments and/or customer claims of lost shipments; initiates proof of delivery documents.
• May prepare routine reports, and file shipping records.
• May operate dolly, pallet jack, and/or forklift in loading and unloading supplies and equipment; may operate shrink wrap machine.
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, and continuous quality improvement objectives.

• Adheres to all Company safety rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must possess strong mathematical aptitude.
• Must be able to prioritize multiple responsibilities and manage time effectively.
• Must be able to communicate in English with regard to the essential functions of the position.

Required Experience and Education:

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of prior warehouse experience.
• Prior forklift experience preferred, but not required.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull 50 lbs.
• Requires visual, hearing, and speech acuity.
• Requires the ability to stand and walk long distances for extended periods of time.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures and elements, noise, and fumes.

Disclaimer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.