Shipping & Receiving Associate

About the role

The Visual Pak Companies are aligned with many of the largest consumer product companies in the household, personal care, automotive and food product industries. 30 years of consistent growth with no end in sight is a testament to our best-in-class workforce as the foundation for our collective success. The Visual Pak is looking for innovative and dedicated achievers who are encouraged to keep a healthy work/life balance to join our team.

This position reports to the Shipping & Receiving Manager and provides shipping and receiving support to manufacturing, planning, quality, and warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare shipping documents, receiving documents, and contracts
• Inform customers by mail or telephone of confirmation numbers for deliveries and shipments, shipping and receiving dates, and any anticipated delays
• Maintain shipping and receiving dock schedules
• Learn and stay in compliance with protocols and SOPs
• Manage time effectively to complete assignments in expected time frame
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Communicate to the Shipping-Receiving Manager all or any issues found in the Shipping-Receiving office
• Operate a forklift to load, unload, and move materials, as needed
• Analyze and resolve, or assist workers in solving daily work problems
• Perform day-to-day tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork
• Compile, categorize, calculate, tabulate, audit, or verify information or data
• Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in written or electronic/magnetic form
• File copies of orders received, shipments, and post orders on records
• Maintain communication with planners and customers
• Learn and use customer databases – SAP and Digital Supplier
• Handle small pack shipments (UPS, FedEx)
• Expected to be exposed to/trained in handling hazardous materials with annual refresher training
• Maintain dock/door status (communicate with VPL drivers)

Qualifications

Education: H.S. Diploma or GED

Experience:

• 1–2 years of experience in a warehouse environment or in a similar role
• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating a forklift
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Technology/Software:

• Strong Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel)
• Shipping software (UPS, FedEx) experience strongly preferred

Communication:

• Must have good communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Must have ability to work well under pressure
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Physical capabilities

• Strength: Must be able to regularly lift 55 lbs.
• Movement: Must be able to stand/walk for an entire eight-hour shift. Occasional bending, crouching, and crawling
• Hearing: Must be able to hear and understand work direction in a loud, distracting environment
• Vision: Must be able to judge distance, identify details, and view computer screen regularly

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) match
• Pet Insurance
• Paid time-off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Subsidy
• Childcare Resources
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Discounts