Entry Level Shipping / Receiving Associate - Composites

About the Role

The Gund Company, a leader in engineered material solutions, specializes in customized electrical insulation products. With 12 global facilities, we pride ourselves on delivering high‑quality products and excellent customer service. We are currently seeking an Entry Level Composites Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our team.

Implement the Order Fulfillment Process steps related to the preparation of shipments and related documentation to ensure the complete satisfaction of the customer’s requirements. Knowledge of various items in stock; ability to select appropriate type and size of container; using appropriate packing material to prevent breakage or damage; closing and sealing containers; applying labels or entering identifying data on containers. Use of bar code readers, computer terminals or other electronic devices to track product.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare product for shipment to the customer by inspecting, labeling and packaging product according to standard procedures.
• Package 4x8, 3x6, and 3x10 material skids.
• Confirm correct quantity/counts against work order or packing slip.
• Reconcile raw materials against the packing slip.
• Store raw materials in their designated home locations.
• Operate forklift.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Ability to read production or shipping documents.
• Perform work independently with minimal defects.
• Communicate with supervisor on work order priority.
• Open to change due to emergency orders or fabrication of parts.
• Basic to intermediate math skills.
• Ability to learn and understand drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to use basic measuring instruments.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED with prior hands‑on, vocational or job‑related coursework/training, or any similar combination of education and experience (required).
• Prior experience in a manufacturing industry (preferred, not required).

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• May be required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly required to stand, walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This role is performed in a non‑climate‑controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, fumes, and chemicals. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. The position involves repetitive tasks and manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods. Team members are exposed to distracting noise levels and frequent fumes/dust particles; respirators or other PPE may be required. Contact with toxic or caustic chemicals is possible. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Benefits

• Employee ownership through an ESOP with annual share awards (no out‑of‑pocket investment required).
• Safe and healthy work environment.
• Competitive wages.
• Comprehensive, cost‑effective employee benefits: health, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a 50 % employer match up to 6 % of contributions.
• Regular employee feedback through an Individual Development Plan (IDP).
• Ranked “world‑class” for employee engagement according to the Gallup Q12 survey.

Pay

$22‑$24 per hour, based on experience.