Associate Shipper/Receiver

Simpson Strong-Tie•Hartford, CT

1d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees. Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. Learn about our company culture directly from our team. YOU As a Warehouse Associate, you will be responsible for picking/LTL, receiving/UPS, and/or stocking finished goods needed to fulfill customer orders. This position is scheduled to work Monday through Friday, 9am – 5:30pm, with overtime as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
Simpson Strong-Tie Powered Industrial Truck Certification required (will certify at hire).
D.O.T. HazMat Training required (will certify at hire).
1 year of warehouse, logistics, and/or shipping experience required.
Equipment: Operate forklift, reach truck, order picker, and electric pallet jack.
Safety: Ability to prioritize safety by demonstrating safe work practices and promoting a safe work environment.
Mathematical Reasoning: Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiple and divide with 10’s and 100’s.
Ability to Work Independently: Follow both written and oral instructions, including safety guidelines, work instructions, and company policies.
Attendance: Able to consistently demonstrate reliable, punctual attendance in accordance with our attendance policy.
Communication Skills: Speak in the most effective way to relay information to all departments and at all levels within the organization. Listen and ask questions to ensure understanding.
Quality Standards Knowledge: Demonstrate an understanding of company quality standards and company quality control processes.
Problem Solving: Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists.
Teamwork: Ability to work with other team members to accomplish group goals.
Results Focus & Initiative: Ability to multi task and take initiative in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
Customer Service Skills: Apply customer service principles and processes on the job and with others
Reading Comprehension: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Responsibilities

Complete shipments using ERP system and/or tablet.
Pull, package, and palletize products for shipment.
Ensure incoming and outgoing shipments meet packaging, customer, and quality standards.
Receive, stock, and rotate product.
Identify, tag, store and locate finished inventory. (70%)
Create and apply documents, such as shipping labels, packing list, and bills of lading for each pallet/shipment. (10%)
Maintain a clean work environment. (10%)
Other duties as assigned. (10%)