Shipping Associate - 1st Shift
About The Position
As a Shipping Associate at Steel Technologies, your day-to-day responsibilities will include verifying and maintaining records on all outgoing shipments. We can guarantee your role will require multitasking, organization and time-management skills. You'll be responsible for helping Steel Technologies succeed by preparing items for shipment to our customers and ensuring their expectations are met. Essentially, you play a big part in getting the finished material into the right hands at the right time.
Requirements
- Proficient oral and written communication skills
- Proficient math skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word
- Ability to correctly retrieve and input data in computer using Excel and CMMS System
- Ability to successfully troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment/machinery
- Strong mechanical industrial knowledge and basic electrical knowledge
- Ability to operate motor control systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatics, hoists, fire protection and mechanical bearing systems
- Ability to comply with safety rules and requirements
- Experience operating metal working tools such as grinder, band saw, drill press, welding equipment, etc.
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
Nice To Haves
- Bi-lingual in Spanish/English is preferred
- Mechatronics certificate is strongly desired but not required
Responsibilities
- Plan loads based upon customer due date to ensure on-time delivery and maximize use of trucks
- Direct forklift operators to arrange loads for shipment
- Verify shipments for accuracy
- Coordinate Customs paperwork with Customs Brokers
- Prepare packing lists, mill certified test reports, and bills of lading for loads
- Establish and maintain relationships with long haul carriers
- Provide freight rate quotes to sales
- Locate and schedule long haul carriers for inbound and outbound shipments
- Manage local carriers
- Expedite shipments as needed
- Maintain good housekeeping and safety standards in finished goods warehouse
- Communicate with sales and plant production management to advise of delivery date or make production changes
- Communicate with customers regarding deliveries
- Learn receiving functions to act as back-up for receiving coordinator
- Assist in inventory management functions
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 days of employment
- Free MDLive Telehealth Services through our Medical Plan
- Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents + cancer
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) after 60 days of employment + competitive match after one year
- Paid Time Off starting after 90 days of employment
- Paid Holidays starting day one!
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
- Great discount programs in automotive, technology, and more
- Boot and Glasses Allowance after 60 days of employment
- Free uniforms after 60 days of employment
- Monthly Incentive Bonus after one full month of employment
- Education Assistance is available for job related courses to further your education, with up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) which offers professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal, and Family services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
