1st Shift Shipping & Receiving Associate

THE VISUAL PAK COMPANIES•Kenosha, WI

3d•$17 - $22

About The Position

Join the PAK The Visual Pak Companies are aligned with many of the largest consumer product companies in the household, personal care, automotive and food product industries. 30 years of consistent growth with no end in sight is a testament to our best-in-class workforce as the foundation for our collective success. The Visual Pak is looking for innovative and dedicated achievers who are encouraged to keep a healthy work/life balance to join our team. Position Purpose/Summary: Primary function of this position is to provide shipping and receiving support to manufacturing, planning, and quality and warehouse operations.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or GED
Strong Mathematical abilities
1-2 years of experience in a warehouse environment or in a similar role.
Minimum of 1 year of experience operating a forklift.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
Strong Microsoft Office Proficiency
Must have good communication skills
Must have ability to work well under pressure
Must be able to regularly lift 55 lbs.
Must be able to stand / walk for an entire eight hour shift.
Occasional bending, crouching, and crawling
Must be able to hear and understand work direction in a loud, distracting environment
Must be able to judge distance, identify details, and view computer screen regularly

Nice To Haves

Shipping software experience strongly preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare shipping documents, receiving documents and contracts.
Inform customers by mail or telephone confirmation numbers for delivery’s and shipments, shipping and receiving dates, and any anticipated delays.
Maintain shipping and receiving dock schedules.
Learn and stay in compliance with protocols and SOP’s.
Manage time effectively to complete assignments in expected time frame.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Communicate to the Shipping-Receiving Manager all or any issues found in the Shipping-Receiving office.
Operate a forklift to load, unload and move material, as needed.
Analyze and resolve, or assist workers in solving daily work problems
Performing day-to-day tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
Processing Information — compiling, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Documenting/Recording Information — entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
File copies of orders received, shipments and post orders on records.
Maintain communication with planners and customers.
Learning and using customer’s databases – SAP and Digital Supplier.
Small pack shipments UPS, FedEx.
Expected to be exposed to/trained in handling hazardous materials with annual refresher training.
Maintain dock/door status (communicate w /VPL drivers