Shipper/Receiver - Great Falls, MT

Key Performance Indicators / Duties & Responsibilities

• Keep records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment.
• Compare identifying information and counts, weighs, or measures items of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.
• Determine method of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
• Affix shipping labels on packed cartons or stencils identifying shipping information on cartons, using stenciling equipment.
• Assemble wooden or cardboard containers or select preassembled containers. Insert items into containers, using spacers, fillers, and protective padding.
• Stamp, stencil, or glue identifying information and shipping instructions onto crates or containers.
• Post weights and shipping charges, and affix postage.
• Route items to departments.
• Examine outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications.
• Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
• Work in conjunction with the purchasing business unit to apply freight charges on shipments.
• Check shipments of all package crates and skids to ensure customer receives precisely what they require.
• Code equipment parts and unit movements on weigh bills accurately.
• Keep accurate, up-to-date records on all freight movements for re-importing of equipment if necessary.
• Procure import documentation, when necessary, for equipment.
• Makes recommendations to manager regarding improvements in efficiencies.
• Perform duties as requested by manager.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Shipping knowledge an asset.
• Forklift license an asset.
• Dangerous Good Training an asset.
• Grade 12 education.
• Experience: 1 - 3 years' experience in a shipping position preferred.