Shipping Technician

Honeycomb Company of America•Sarasota, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping Technician is responsible for preparing and documenting shipments, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in the shipping process. This role involves handling parts, building appropriate packaging, and maintaining detailed records. The technician will work closely with the Department Supervisor and delivery drivers, ensuring all documentation is correct and packages are ready for dispatch. A key aspect of this role is maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment, adhering to company programs like 5S and FOD, and performing preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.

Requirements

Minimum of high school education
General basic carpentry skills required.
Must be able to read a tape measure and operate a band saw, table saw, and power drill.
Must have a good command of the English language, both verbal and written.
Must be able to follow established written methods and procedures, training will be provided.

Nice To Haves

6 months prior experience preferred in shipping.
Forklift experience a plus, but not required (training provided)

Responsibilities

Transport parts from Final Prep Department to Shipping Department for packaging.
Establish the weight & dimensions to build the box/crate required.
Handle and cut to size several different types of wood, cardboard, and foam using industrial saws, drills, knives, and other tools.
Maintain close attention to detail when marking boxes/crates with identification, labels, packing slips, etc. as well as ensuring each package is securely closed and will not result in lost or damaged goods during shipping.
Work closely with the Department Supervisor to receive and submit shipment documentation.
Document verification & ensure accuracy of Bill of Lading, Shipping Labels, Packing Slips, and Buy Off.
Prepare packaged shipments (boxes/crates/pallets) to be ready to load on truck.
Ensure the correct packages are shipped with the correct carrier: i.e. FedEx, UPS, Estes, etc.
Effectively communicate with delivery drivers and obtain signature, date of pick up and tracking label required on the Bill of Lading.
Meticulous detail in cleaning as you go, keeping the workplace clean, organized, and safe, as well as properly stocked materials on hand at all times.
Perform daily & weekly preventative maintenance on tools and equipment used in packaging, including saws and staplers to ensure good operation and reduce down times during peak production times.
Be a leader in maintaining a clean and very organized work area; comply with company 5S and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) programs.
Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.