What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1st Shift Shipping & Receiving Associate position at THE VISUAL PAK COMPANIES?
Job Details
Shipping & Receiving Associate
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The Visual Pak Companies are aligned with many of the largest consumer product companies in the household, personal care, automotive and food product industries.
30 years of consistent growth with no end in sight is a testament to our best-in-class workforce as the foundation for our collective success. The Visual Pak is looking for innovative and dedicated achievers who are encouraged to keep a healthy work/life balance to join our team.
Position Title: Shipping & Receiving Associate
Reporting into Title: Shipping & Receiving Manager
Position Purpose/Summary: Primary function of this position is to provide shipping and receiving support to manufacturing, planning, and quality and warehouse operations.
Direct Reports
None
Position Responsibilities-Tasks-Deliverables
An individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
All duties as assigned and the following specific activities.
- Prepare shipping documents, receiving documents and contracts.
- Inform customers by mail or telephone confirmation numbers for delivery’s and shipments, shipping and receiving dates, and any anticipated delays.
- Maintain shipping and receiving dock schedules.
- Learn and stay in compliance with protocols and SOP’s.
- Manage time effectively to complete assignments in expected time frame.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Communicate to the Shipping-Receiving Manager all or any issues found in the Shipping-Receiving office.
- Analyze and resolve, or assist workers in solving daily work problems
- Performing day-to-day tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. Processing Information — compiling, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
- Documenting/Recording Information — entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
- File copies of orders received, shipments and post orders on records.
- Maintain communication with planners and customers.
- Learning and using customer’s databases – SAP and Digital Supplier.
- Small pack shipments UPS, FedEx.
- Expected to be exposed to/trained in handling hazardous materials with annual refresher training.
- Maintain dock/door status: Communicate w /VPL drivers.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) match
- Pet Insurance
- Paid time-off
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Subsidy
- Childcare Resources
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Discounts
Qualifications
Knowledge-Skills-Abilities
Education:
- H.S. Diploma or GED
- Strong Mathematical abilities
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of related experience in a Warehouse environment.
Technology/Software:
- Strong Microsoft Office Proficiency: Word and Excel
- Shipping software experience strongly preferred
Communication:
- Must have good communication skills.
- Must have ability to work well under pressure.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Physical Capabilities
Strength: Must be able to regularly lift 55 lbs.
Movement: Must be able to stand / walk for an entire eight hour shift. Occasional bending, crouching, and crawling
Hearing: Must be able to hear and understand work direction in a loud, distracting environment
Vision: Must be able to judge distance, identify details, and view computer screen regularly
MISCELLANEOUS
Travel: N/A
Vehicle: N/A
Tools: N/A
Technology: N/A
Visual Pak Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visual Pak does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender (orientation or identification), sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, skills, individual performance, and business needs.
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