Warehouse Associate

iM Branded•Troy, MI

14h

About The Position

The Shipping & Warehouse Associate is responsible for a variety of duties in the shipping and receiving departments and the broader warehouse. The role includes physical tasks and computer-based work, with a focus on identifying cost-saving opportunities and making effective use of departmental resources. The associate helps ensure that items delivered to the company and goods shipped to customers are received, processed, and delivered accurately and promptly.

Requirements

Proficiency with computers and the MS Office Suite, including Excel.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
Basic math skills.
Ability to read a tape measure.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to safely lift heavy and/or cumbersome objects weighing 50 pounds or more.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, walk, and climb while packaging and loading.
Ability to safely operate a forklift; certification can be provided as needed.
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of relevant work experience.
Demonstrated successful experience working independently and with others in a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience in a shipping/receiving role in manufacturing.
Experience working with Tradesoft cost accounting software.
At least 1 year of basic carpentry experience.

Responsibilities

Wrap and package finished goods securely for transport.
Build shipping crates and boxes for secure shipments.
Safely lift and move raw materials and finished products to facilitate transportation to customer sites, manually and with hand-operated moving equipment, including loading and unloading trucks.
Receive and examine shipments and compare received goods with records or invoices.
Pack, seal, label, or affix postage to prepare materials for shipping.
Assist the Shipping & Logistics Manager with preparing documents, recording data, and other shipping and receiving functions as needed.
Perform manual and maintenance tasks around the shop, including cleaning the shop, maintaining company vehicles, and building crates and boxes.
Enter pertinent data into company cost accounting systems as needed.
Requisition and store shipping supplies to maintain adequate stock levels.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or Company Management.