Shipping Lead

Darwill, Inc.•La Grange, IL

1h•Onsite

About The Position

About Us: Darwill is a third-generation, family-owned performance-based marketing powerhouse based in the western suburbs of Chicago, IL. Since 1951, we’ve been impressing clients of all sizes and industries with our proven direct marketing solutions. What’s our secret sauce? We're not just a one-solution marketing company; we're a full-service, dedicated partner! From omnichannel strategies to eye-opening data insights, response-inducing creative, seamless production, and sophisticated reporting tools – we've got it all! Our Mission: To empower national and local businesses through performance-based marketing by executing complex location-based data-driven campaigns, leading to increased sales, sustainability, and an improved return on investment. At Darwill, we don't just build marketing campaigns; we create a culture of success and positivity! We value respect, collaboration, empowerment, and giving back to the community. We're a team of spirited individuals working together to redefine client success. Apply now, and let's embark on a thrilling adventure together! Your next chapter begins at Darwill.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a shipping environment
Minimum of high school diploma/GED required
Minimum of 1-year stand-up forklift, sit-down forklift, and other non-powered material handling experience is required.
Must have a valid driver’s license
UPS/Fedex shipping & billing experience required
Strong and accurate data entry experience.
Organizational and multi-tasking skills are a requirement to support the customer.
Ability to work within a team environment (Department, other company departments & outside vendors) and maintain positive attitude is necessary.
Verbal and written communication skills are a must.
Ability to stand for 8 to 12 hours & walk 3 hours
Lift up to 50 lbs
Intermittent bending up to 3 hours. Including:
Bending neck
Bending waist
Twisting waist
Intermittent squatting up to 3 hours
Repetitive hand movement up to 8 to 12 hours including:
Simple grasping, hand manipulation, pushing/pulling

Responsibilities

Enter data accurately in shipping software either manually or by scanning the information.
Ensure that all international orders have commercial documentation
Verify shipping record accuracy against physical material shipping
Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with vendors
Communicate with internal and external customer regarding the status of jobs shipping out
Post all orders by end of day in order to ensure all tracking information is in
Works closely with the warehouse to ensure material is getting placed into inventory correctly and material is being pulled for shipping in a timely fashion
Directs the movement of pending shipments with internal staff
Contact local LTL & TL providers to move freight shipments
Works with UPS/FedEx to resolve any shipping related issues
Wraps skids leaving the facility and loads trucks as needed
Keep shipping area neat and organized