Basic Purpose

The Shipping Specialist prepares, stages, loads shipments and completes related paperwork to ensure on time shipments. This position also assists in the physical inventory cycle counting process. NOTE: The hours for this position are 9 AM to 5:30 PM, Mondays through Fridays.

Responsibilities:

• Loads and unloads trucks properly and safely.
• Coordinates the arrival of trucks for outgoing shipments or incoming material with trucking companies and vendors.
• Manages finished products from production to packaging to shipment, and files all appropriate paperwork in a timely manner.
• Clears all orders from credit hold 2 weeks prior and has orders packaged and ready.
• Manages all shipping claims.
• Maintains organization of all finished products.
• Must be present and part of physical inventory processes, including preparation and material cycle counting.
• Performs any other duties as assigned or directed by Team Leader.
• Maintains good housekeeping and follows established safety procedures.
• Follows all policies, procedures, and work instructions including Employee Handbook, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Manufacturing Operating Procedures (MOPs), Job Safety Analysis (JSAs), and Safety Manual.
• Maintains awareness of individual contribution to and impact of the quality, safety, environmental, and product compliance policies and activities; reports all quality issues, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions to the proper personnel.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years warehouse and shipping experience required.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Able to work in a team environment and interface with a diverse workforce.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Must be able to operate the following equipment: Forklift, Combi-Lift.
• Must have current and valid Driver’s License.
• Must be computer literate, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Products.
• Ability to use online real-time manufacturing control systems, including MAPICS or other current in-house computer processes.
• Ability to use various tools and measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, tape measure, dial indicator, and feeler gauges.
• Able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and crouch for an 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel machinery, equipment or parts and work near moving mechanical parts.