Shipping Assistant
About The Position
Assists in verifying and keeping records on incoming and outgoing shipments and preparing items for shipment by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities · Studies shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receivable standards · Help with daily workload of jobs running and ensuring details are followed on packaging and labeling of finished product · Help coordinate shipping of jobs to and from outside vendors · Communicate details of shipping information are not on the job ticket · Oversees incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments · Directs movement of shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage and work areas · Studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency of subordinates · Adjusts errors and complaints · Be available to cover for different areas of the department when needed · All other duties as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
- 1-3 years related experience and/or training
- Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
- Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization
- Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
- Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision
- Has basic computer skills
- Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling and bending.
- Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination.
- Requires near visual acuity.
- Requires working around and operating departmental equipment.
- Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility.
- Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances.
- All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
Responsibilities
- Studies shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receivable standards
- Help with daily workload of jobs running and ensuring details are followed on packaging and labeling of finished product
- Help coordinate shipping of jobs to and from outside vendors
- Communicate details of shipping information are not on the job ticket
- Oversees incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments
- Directs movement of shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage and work areas
- Studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency of subordinates
- Adjusts errors and complaints
- Be available to cover for different areas of the department when needed
- All other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
