Shipping Team Member (L1)

About the role

Entry-level position in the shipping department supporting the flow of parts and material within the plant, to outside vendors, and the picking, packaging, and shipment of finished product. This role involves operating material handling equipment, including forklifts, hand tools, and power tools, and requires adherence to high safety and integrity standards.

The work conditions are typical of a warehouse operation and require the use of safety apparel, including a hard hat, safety steel-toed shoes, safety gloves, and safety glasses.

The L1 will receive training to become certified as a forklift operator and on the safe and effective use of power tools such as band saws, miter saws, panel saws, and drills. This individual will also be expected to understand all standard job functions to train others in the future.

Responsibilities

• Support the flow of parts and materials within the plant and to outside vendors.
• Pick, package, and stage orders for over-inspection and shipment to customers.
• Move and receive parts to and from other departments and stage them for shipment.
• Complete paperwork required in the shipping department.
• Assemble crates and cut wood to secure parts for shipment.
• Visually verify the condition and identity of parts moving into and out of the building and process related paperwork.
• Identify issues with parts that may need further review.
• Assist department lead and supervisor in investigating and resolving issues.
• Understand warehouse workflow and inventory placement of goods.
• Maintain a safe and clean warehouse environment.
• Perform other duties and assignments as assigned in accordance with established company mission and values.

Skills

• Detail-oriented with a desire to work toward craftsmanship.
• Ability to stand, lean, and reach over extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Ability to provide consistent ideas for process improvements.
• Ability to learn specific skills and follow assignment directions.
• Works under constant supervision.
• Strong work ethic and high integrity.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 0-1 years of experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• 0-1 years of forklift experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• 1-2 years of forklift experience.