Shipping / Receiving I

The Gund Company Inc • Waukesha, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping / Receiving I team member implements order-fulfillment steps for preparing shipments and related documentation to meet customer requirements. The work includes verifying stock and shipment contents, selecting suitable containers and packing materials, protecting products from damage, sealing containers, and applying labels or entering identifying information. Bar-code readers, computer terminals, or other electronic devices may be used to track products.

The role prepares finished products for shipment by inspecting, labeling, packaging, and documenting them according to standard procedures. It includes reviewing shipment requirements, verifying order and inspection sign-offs, confirming quantities and shipment details, and preparing products for storage or delivery. The team member may build boxes, crates, or skids; operate a table saw or hand tools; operate a forklift when needed and certified; and load or unload trucks. The role also involves cross-training, maintaining an organized work area, supporting team training, following safety and quality standards, and contributing suggestions to improve production and order-processing efficiency.

The work takes place in a typical shop environment that is not climate controlled and may be subject to outdoor weather conditions. Team members may encounter distracting noise, fumes or dust, and toxic or caustic chemicals; respirators or other personal protective equipment may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Ability to read production or shipping documents.
• Ability to work independently with minimal defects.
• Ability to communicate with a supervisor about work-order priorities.
• Openness to changes due to emergency orders or fabrication of parts.
• Basic to intermediate math skills.
• Ability to learn and understand drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to use basic measuring instruments.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• High school diploma or GED with prior hands-on, vocational, or job-related coursework or training, or a similar combination of education and experience.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a manufacturing industry is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Move finished parts from the shop to shipping and verify that the supervisor has signed off on the order.
• Review work orders and shipment details for scheduled shipments and prepare for special requirements, including HAZCOM and international shipments.
• Match work-order and packing-slip documentation to order documentation and verify critical shipment data.
• Verify work orders are correctly signed off for in-process inspections.
• Confirm quantities against the work order or packing slip.
• Wipe or mark parts as needed.
• Build boxes, crates, or skids; operate a table saw or other hand tools as required.
• Place finished products in containers for shipping or storage.
• Pack products promptly and protect them from damage according to customer specifications or internal guidelines.
• Mark and label packaged products with all required information.
• Complete work-order or packing-slip paperwork.
• Operate a forklift as needed if certified through The Gund Company.
• Load and unload trucks as necessary.
• Participate in cross-training to learn equipment and processes within the department.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and positive role modeling consistent with The Gund Company’s culture of care.
• Check that tools are undamaged and safe to use.
• Suggest improvements to production and order-processing efficiency.
• Assist with training other team members.
• Follow safety rules and quality standards.
• Model ethical and moral behavior consistent with The Gund Company’s values and ideals.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits described as comprehensive and cost-effective.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a 50% employer match up to 6% of contributions.
• Regular employee feedback through the Individual Development Plan (IDP).
• A safe and healthy work environment.
• Certain long-term and performance-based incentives may be available based on role and tenure; no out-of-pocket investment is required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED