Shipping Specialist - Jean, NV

Overview

About BerryHarnessing the strength in our diversity and industry-leading talent of 40,000 employees across more than 250 global locations, we develop, design, and manufacture innovative products with an eye toward the circular economy. At Berry Global, we believe in the extraordinary power of people and their unique talents, experiences, and perspectives that help shape a shared future of innovation, inspiration, and influence. Every employee at Berry Global has the opportunity to make their mark on our company and the world around us. Together, we champion a people-first culture that cultivates individual growth, diversity, and collaboration, unleashing our collective strengths to forge a path to greater success for our company, people, and planet.  PLEASE NOTE THIS POSITION IS OUT OF JEAN, NV

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safety of yourself, your co-workers, and the environment.
• Sign in truck drivers and direct them to dock doors based on scheduled appointments.
• Review the shipping logistics menu for any orders to be shipped and print pick-packs.
• Route and schedule all shipments from branches using Brokers/3PL or customer routing portals/guides.
• Use the truck management system (TMC) to build and schedule loads that are not customer pick-up.
• Review and utilize the dock manager to schedule all inbound and outbound ST/OTs.
• Effectively communicate between the plants, the DC, and the Manager regarding inventory issues such as shortages or damage.
• Ship confirm all shipped loads at the end of the day.
• Communicate with CSR about loads that did not ship and require date changes.
• Identify and report safety concerns through near misses and observations.
• Always strive for zero waste, zero litter, and involvement in the recycling program.
• Responsible for the quality of all processes and products encountered.
• Be knowledgeable and fulfill all customer requirements.
• Identify and report all quality concerns to any supervisor or quality technician.
• Be actively engaged in safety and quality programs.
• Responsible for developing a safe and friendly work environment.

Business Requirements

• Follow all ISO, GMP, and Food Safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain a clean working area in all Material Handler areas.

Material Control

• Assist in breaking down empty gaylords and maintain the baler.

OTHER DUTIES, AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform other functions as necessary or as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining silos and cleaning.
• Report damages and unsafe conditions.
• Assist other Material Handlers as needed or directed by the Warehouse Manager.
• Participate in all physical inventories.

Qualifications

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
• Moderate organizational skills, including the ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to read Standard English text for requirements on pack lists.
• Communicate effectively with individuals from various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Perform effectively in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands.
• Use simple math to add, subtract, multiply, and divide for material calculations.
• Make appropriate job decisions by following standard policies and past precedents.
• Verbal communication skills adequate for using a radio or paging system to contact co-workers in other areas of the complex.
• Recognize emergency situations and take appropriate action.
• Ability to stand and walk for a minimum of 7 hours during an 8-hour shift.
• Hearing sufficient to recognize and respond to shouted warnings, alarms, and horns on forklifts.
• Proficient in JDE.
• Frequently lift, push, and pull loads of no more than 35 lbs. without the use of an assisting device.
• Safely operate a forklift in high-traffic, low-clearance areas without posing a safety risk to others.
• Climb ladders and steps safely without assistance and without being at risk of sudden alterations in consciousness.