Shipping Specialist

Antique Candle Co.®•Lafayette, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Shipping Specialists are responsible for packaging and preparing all Antique Candle Co.® orders for shipping within a 1-2 day turnaround time. Antique Candle Co.® candles are in retail stores and on our booming direct to consumer website which means we work in a fast-paced warehouse environment. You will get to work in a fast, fun and friendly work setting while getting to make some of the best smelling candles around! We are currently looking for support beginning immediately through the end of the year!

Requirements

Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to self-start and take initiative.
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
Ability to function well in a team environment that is high-paced and at times (let’s be honest, we’re talking Q3 and Q4) stressful.
Ability to exhibit the small business mindset, even as the business grows.
Willingness to shift and be flexible with changing goals and timelines.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license for forklift truck required.

Responsibilities

Executes a pick to cart system to pack and prepare shipments to maximize efficiency and ensure customer satisfaction.
Keeps stock organized and easily accessible for shipment.
Replenishes shipping lines of packaging materials to ensure packers can consistently and efficiently ship out orders.
Packages wholesale and retail orders securely, in an aesthetically pleasing way and within the 1-2 business day turnaround time by meeting shipping quotas.
Completes shipping end of day tasks and 5S tasks daily.
Unloads pallets of raw materials and assists with weekly assigned cleaning tasks.
Supports the Production team in various candle making tasks as needed.
Collaborates in a team environment that continuously brainstorms new processes to scale operations with the company’s growth.
Oversees a unique captainship, taking responsibility and ownership for the execution of the assigned project or task.
Participates in weekly 1x1 meetings with direct supervisor to discuss wins and opportunities.
Champions the safety culture by always following safety guidelines and ensuring materials are organized.