Shipping Associate
- Full-Time
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.
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