Shipping Associate

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Computer experience preferred
• Experience in shipping, receiving, and/or a warehousing environment

Essential Responsibilities

• Retrieve products from the specified lines per the order pick list
• Palletize the items to be prepared for shipment, may require the use of additional tools such as a crimper
• Double check prepared orders by reviewing the pick list and items stacked on pallets
• Band pick list selected items to pallets
• Prepare shipping documents for pick up by the carrier specified by the customer’s purchase order which is conveyed to the shipping clerk by the final inspection via the shipping instructions
• Email, fax, and call truck lines as needed for outbound shipments
• Prepares shipments for UPS, by creating and printing labels, weighing packages, and completing any other related tasks to this operation
• Operates fork truck and hand pallet jack as necessary
• Works effectively in a team environment and participates in team meetings and projects

Experience/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s
• Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one-or two-step instructions
• Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables
• Basic personal computer skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks

Physical Requirements

• Moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily production/technical nature
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceives attributes of objects and materials
• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Working Conditions Well-lighted, heated, and/or air-conditioned indoor office/production setting with adequate ventilation
• Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)

Additional Notes

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a physical and drug test
• Equal Opportunity Employer/ Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities