Lead Associate-Shipping

About the role

Primarily responsible for manually transporting product, pallets, cages, etc. as needed for shipping, processing required paperwork, and conducting Cooler inventory. Work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, transport product using hand carts, pallet jacks, etc., following all safety protocols.
• Ensure all product is labeled, stacked, and wrapped correctly for shipping.
• Scan and track pallets from production to cooler.
• Correctly verify and process required paperwork (e.g., Bill of Lading, receivers to purchasing, truck log and sheet, and Production sheets for next shift).
• Verify Cooler inventory/count and record correctly.
• Direct the work of others and serve as a “go-to” for questions and concerns in relation to task performance in the absence of a supervisor or superintendent at their direction.
• Train lower-level associates as needed.
• Perform all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• 1 year of experience in shipping.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shift hours.
• Sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character.

Safety Requirements

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in hot, wet, and/or cold environments (45°F, 4°C).
• Ability to stand up to 8 hours.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Exposure to noise (>85 decibels), CO₂, and moving production lines/equipment.
• Exposure to wet and dusty environments.
• May roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.).
• Will work around live animals and odors.