Shipping/Receiving Assistant for defense contractor

Job Description:

Shipping Assistant (Contractor Position) We are looking for “recent graduates” who are eager to learn and grow with our company, and who are interested in developing a career in defense manufacturing. This contract position is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain valuable experience and get their foot in the door with a leading defense manufacturer.

Job Summary

• The Shipping Assistant is a contractor position that supports the daily operations of our factory dock.
• As a contractor, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, performing a combination of manual and clerical duties related to shipping.
• This role involves using computer systems for tracking, logging, verifying, and reporting, as well as following established shipping practices and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials to be shipped, verifying quantity, weight, and conformance to stated identifications.
• Prepare materials for shipment, including packing and wrapping items as needed.
• Log receipt of items on system, process freight, packing sheets, and other documents.
• Perform routine, repetitive, and basic tasks where precedent, methods, and processes are well established.

Requirements

• Basic computer skills and knowledge, with ability to learn new systems and software.
• Attention to detail and ability to verify long part numbers, serial number, quantities and weights.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while also being part of a team.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift objects up to 39 pounds on a regular basis.
• Job requires standing for the majority of the shift, up to 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent bending, lifting, and carrying.
• We prioritize the safety of our employees and require candidates who can work safely and efficiently in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures and humidity levels.

Supervision and Decision-Making

• Close supervision will be provided during the initial training period, with gradual increase in independence as skills and knowledge are demonstrated.
• Contractor will be expected to make simple decisions and refer more complex decisions to more experienced personnel.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overtime

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19