Shipping Associate I

Chamberlain Group•Germantown, WI

42d•$16 - $24

About The Position

Systems, LLC, an affiliate of Chamberlain Group, is a U.S.-based manufacturer of loading dock equipment—marketed under the Poweramp, DLM, and McGuire brands. With manufacturing facilities in Germantown, Wisconsin and Malvern, Arkansas, all products are designed and produced in the USA using lean manufacturing techniques. We strive to recruit the best talent in the industry and give employees opportunities for continuing education and training to help them advance in their careers. This is a role within Systems' Manufacturing and Production group. A successful incumbent is expected to (i) ensure completion of all shipping documents including: bill of ladings, packing slips, shipping labels, export documents, processing of shipments through ERP system, and other related processes, and (ii) determine the most economical modes of transportation such as LTL, volume LTL, truckload, partial truckload; maximize shipping efficiency through consolidation of shipments.

Requirements

No minimum education required
2+ years forklift experience
Ability to use basic computer software such as spreadsheets, databases, word processing applications, email, Internet, etc.
Solid verbal and written communication

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in the transportation industry

Responsibilities

Drive forklift and maintain necessary certification
Ensure completion of all shipping documents including: bill of ladings, packing slips, shipping labels, Export documents, processing of shipments through ERP system, and other related processes
Determine the most economical modes of transportation such as LTL, volume LTL, truckload, partial truckload; maximize shipping efficiency through consolidation of shipments
Work with Customer Service department to resolve late orders, shortages, expedited requests, claims for freight damage, and freight estimates; resolve shipping delays due to customer requests
Ensure accuracy and completeness of all shipments by working with manufacturing when shortages or discrepancies are discovered
Maintain accurate and updated database of shipping weights
Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.
Protect Chamberlain Group’s and Systems’ reputation by keeping information confidential.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.