What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Specialist I position at RADIO ENGINEERING INDUSTRIES, INC?
Radio Engineering Industries, Inc. (REI) is a family-owned industry leader in designing, engineering, and manufacturing transportation electronics for more than 200 vehicle manufacturers. We provide our customers with integrated, customized solutions that include innovative software and hardware products. At REI, we value health and financial well-being along with nice-to-have extras to support a better work/life balance while being part of a growing, innovative, and stable organization. Additionally, at REI, we pride ourselves in having a comfortable and casual setting so our employees can successfully engage with our customers (internally and externally).
Position Summary
As a Shipping Specialist I you will report directly to the Shipping/Warehouse Manager, while playing an essential role in fulfilling entry-level orders and minor inventory control requirements. You will accurately and efficiently assist the warehouse team in achieving all shipping and inventory goals to meet REI’s world class quality standards.
- Prepares domestic and international orders per customer requirements using RF scanner, labeling, and creating shipping documents
- Packing orders per customer requirements, checking carton contents for accuracy
- Prepare parcel shipping labels
- Prepare pallet shipments (LTL), creating Bill of Lading
- Wrap and label pallets
- Slotting finished goods according to warehouse standards
- Consolidating/ replenishing inventory when picking quantities are low
- Maintains accurate inventory levels and may assist in cycle counting of physical inventory
- Assisting Receiving Department, including unloading pallets and containerized shipments
- Pallet jack operation, may operation forklift
- Maintains safe and clean work environment
- General warehouse duties
- Other duties as necessary
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work
- Works independently and in a collaborative team environment
- Strong organizational, time management, and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Familiarity of safety and best practices when working within manufacturing facilities
- Proven consistency and dependability experience
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- 1-2 years of experience in shipping, logistics, or warehouse operations
- Basic knowledge of inventory management, order fulfillment, and logistics principles
- Forklift operation experience preferred; certification not required
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and/or inventory software to maintain records, input data, and create reports
- Proficiency with shipping software and systems (International shipping, UPS WorldShip, FedEx Ship Manager preferred)
- Ability to consistently lift 25-50 lbs. and prolonged periods of standing, walking, and manual handling of materials