Shipping/Receiving - 1st Shift

Responsibilities

• Receives and unloads incoming materials and compares information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment; may process return shipments from customers.
• Sorts, counts, packages, labels, ensures, unpacks, and processes receipts for incoming property; coordinates with Purchasing to correct any purchase order or material certificate discrepancies.
• Inspects shipments for damages or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies supervisor and/or purchasing personnel.
• Prepares shipments for postal or commercial conveyance; determines most economical and efficient shipping method; selects appropriate shipping container; packs items to ensure safe delivery.
• Prepares bills of lading; checks items to be shipped against work orders to ascertain that quantities, destination, and routing are correct.
• Traces lost shipments and/or customer claims of lost shipments; initiates proof of delivery documents.
• May maintain department database, prepare routine reports, and file shipping/receiving records.
• May operate dolly, pallet jack, and/or forklift in loading and unloading supplies and equipment; will band and shrink wrap palletized orders for shipment.
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
• Works safely under functional safety guidelines such as PPE and equipment interaction.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 0-2 years of recently related or relevant work history or training.
• Prior knowledge of postal or commercial shipping methods and procedures.
• High School diploma or GED is expected.

Skills

• The ability to read and write English.
• Forklift and overhead crane certified (Internal).
• The ability to perform basic shop math with fractions and decimals.
• Attention to detail.
• The ability to navigate company and shipping vendor computer systems — basic computer skills.
• The ability to read and follow work instructions and department processes.
• Ability to perform tasks with deadlines and timeframes.

Working Conditions

Exposure to adverse working conditions:

• Noise, noxious odors, temperatures: Frequently (20%-80%)
• Hazardous materials: Never

Physical conditions:

• Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing): Frequently (20%-80%)
• Sedentary (continuous sitting): Occasionally (<20%)
• Light work (standing, walking, lifting): Constantly (>80%)
• Moderate work (lifting 15-30 pounds, prolonged use of small hand instruments or tools): Frequently (20%-80%)
• Moderately heavy work (lifting, moving, loading up to 35 pounds): Occasionally (<20%)
• Heavy/hard work (above average strength & stamina): Occasionally (<20%)