What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Associate position at Powertex Group?
Responsible for ensuring the proper protective packaging and accuracy of orders for distribution/shipment to our customer. Supports the Distribution Lead and/or Supervisor in the accurate, efficient, cost effective and timely distribution of branded print merchandise.
Primary duties include, but are not limited to:
- Read and fully understand the Job Traveler and/or Pick Ticket prior to beginning any packaging efforts
- Verify shipment content (SKU match), quantity and product integrity
- Packs product using best practices to prevent damage and ensure safe delivery to the end customer
- Provide and demonstrate a working knowledge of small parcel shipping using UPS and FedEx as well as International
- Demonstrates knowledge of the various shipping methods and documentation that must accompany those various methods
- Works closely with Receiving Associates and Fulfillment Associates to coordinate efforts and timing for the most efficient workflow that meets logistic pickup windows
- Willingness and ability to be cross trained in Fulfillment, Kitting and/or Receiving
- Assists in any/all inventory cycle counts, quarterly, biannual or annual inventory efforts
- Safely uses pallet jacks, hand carts, ladders and forklifts (only if licensed)
- Alert Distribution Lead and/or Distribution Supervisor when packaging or shipping supplies are at or near reorder levels
- Reports maintenance related issues/concerns to the Distribution Lead and/or Distribution Supervisor so they can request service via MaintainX software
- Supports company Ethos in our daily work environment
- Maintain professionalism in all communication and actions when working with internal and external customers
- Works to meet expectations as it relates to the output of shipments to meet internal and external expectations for quality, timelines and cost
- Follows all safety protocol, uses the appropriate PPE where required and ensures the support team is also in compliance
- Supports all Lean initiatives
- Ensures housekeeping standards are met and maintained in the immediate work area(s)
- Supports improvement opportunities and is willing to offer suggestions/continuous improvement ideas as it relates to printing operations
- Performs other duties as requested
Qualifications and requirements:
- Previous Small Parcel, LTL, Truckload experience highly recommended
- Willing to become Forklift certified
- High School diploma or equivalent required
Preferred Skills
- Understanding of the shipping process, procedures, and safe working practices
- High attention to detail and the proven ability to remain accurate in tasks
- Professionalism in communication and the willingness to hold a standard of conduct
- Exercise good judgment in work methods and coordinating upstream efforts from Shipping
- Excellent skills in organization and communication
- Desire to integrate company Ethos into the foundation of our daily activities
Additional information:
This position requires working from a standing position with frequently lifting <50lbs, kneeling, crouching, twisting and bending.
