Shipper I

Buckman International•Memphis, TN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipper ensures timely and accurate movement of materials to support production and shipping operations while maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The role prepares outbound shipments, manages warehouse inventory, operates warehouse equipment, and moves trailers according to production and shipping needs. It also works collaboratively with other teams to support efficient shipping processes and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
2–3 years of job experience.
Proficiency in shipping and receiving procedures, including hazardous-material handling.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented production environment.
Forklift certification or ability to operate equipment.
Basic computer skills for inventory management, shipping documentation, and communication.

Responsibilities

Pick, pack, and prepare outbound shipments according to specifications, ensuring order accuracy and meeting shipping deadlines.
Label shipments correctly and verify that shipment documentation and handling meet DOT, OSHA, and hazardous-material shipping requirements.
Follow hazardous-material handling procedures and use required personal protective equipment to maintain workplace safety.
Support 6S goals by reviewing weekly audits, taking corrective and preventive actions, and maintaining routine housekeeping.
Inspect shipments for regulatory compliance and promptly report safety concerns or regulatory violations.
Manage chemical spills according to SDS guidance and company protocols.
Complete assigned computer-based safety training by its due date.
Record product movements in the Warehouse Management System (WMS), participate in cycle counts and annual physical inventory audits, and organize warehouse space.
Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely; perform routine checks and report malfunctions.
Follow equipment maintenance schedules to help minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
Coordinate with warehouse associates, customer service, quality control, inventory planning, and logistics teams to optimize shipping processes.
Contribute to process-improvement initiatives intended to increase efficiency and reduce errors.
Move trailers between dock doors, tank loading stations, and designated yard locations according to production and shipping schedules while monitoring pedestrian and vehicle traffic.