What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Associate - Seasonal position at Russo Power Equipment?
Shipping Associate - Seasonal
Company Overview:
To tell you who we are, let’s start with who we’re not. We’re not one of those power equipment dealers that treat customers like the next numbered sale. We’re not that parts and service center that forgets the true meaning of service. And we're definitely not that big box store with a limited supply of on-the-job expertise. Russo Power Equipment is the premier power equipment and landscape supply dealer across the Midwest!
Position Summary:
The primary responsibility of the Shipping Associate is to assist with various maintenance, inventory, and administrative shipping tasks. Our ideal candidate is able to prioritize and multi-task, ability to drive a forklift and has great communication skills.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Data entry for administrative tasks relating to shipping
- Maintain a safe work environment within the division for customers and staff
- Prepares merchandise for shipment as required
- Utilizes material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks etc.
- Organize sticks and maintain inventory
- Inspect products for defects and damages
- Examine incoming and outgoing shipments
- Picking/checking/packing shipping orders
- Invoicing shipping/common carry orders
- Providing freight/common carry quotes
- Preparing pallets for common carry orders
- Sending call tags for shipping returns
- Handling damage claims
- Other tasks as defined by management
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must possess good general computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)
- The ability to convey information clearly and effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Bilingual is a plus
Credentials and Experience:
- No previous experience is necessary
- Forklift certified (we can provide!)
Physical Demands
- Employee must possess the ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing between 40-50lbs
- Required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach and climb to perform work
- May be required to stand, walk and use hands-fingers for long periods of time
- May be required to look at a computer screen for long periods of time
Benefits:
- Flexible scheduling (Open Saturdays till noon, closed Sundays!)
- Paid time off
- Paid vacation – Full-time eligibility
- Overtime opportunity
- Major medical- BlueCross BlueShield – Full-time eligibility
- Vision and dental coverage – Full-time eligibility
- 401(k) employer match contribution- WE MATCH 100%
- FREE company apparel
- Wellness programs
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee discount
Russo Hardware, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Russo Hardware, Inc. complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
