Shipping Specialist I

Basic Scope/Purpose: (The job’s primary purpose or contribution to the department or organization.) Create a customer focus by accurately picking/pulling orders while demonstrating a sense of urgency, a commitment to continuous improvement by meeting or exceeding expectations, and a commitment to safety by adhering to all company safety policies. Principal Accountabilities: (The job’s essential or most important functions and responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Shipping Specialist / General Skills Maintain and promote Fenner Precision Polymers values and behaviors at all times. Follow all safety procedures including lifting techniques and limits. Required to report any safety incidents and/or moving violations. Find and print safety data sheet labels. Maintain a clean work environment. Adapt to change in the work environment to maintain internal and external customer satisfaction. Adjust schedule to fluctuate work priorities, as needed. Promote departmental teamwork and inter-departmental teamwork. Communicate effectively with co-workers and fellow employees. Operate and replenish packaging equipment/machines. Operate basic material handling equipment I.E. Tow Motor, pallet jack, powered walkie, shrink wrapper, banding equipment, dock plates, etc. Use wireless tablets and scanners to pick orders. Pack orders according to Fenner Standards and/or based on customer specifications. Pack and properly secure pallets for Less Than Loaded (LTL) shipments. Ability to ship and void shipments in shipping software. Assist with cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy consistent with departmental goals. Pack kits as required for shipment. Maintain favorable attendance record. Shipping Specialist I Perform all General skills. Properly verify picked orders and resolve discrepancies to avoid errors prior to shipment Print, pull, pack and ship orders, as needed. Process standard small parcel orders through system. Create, and complete cycle counts. Operate Company tow motor/reach truck/order picker safely, ensuring seat belt adherence and daily operator checks. Participate in Kaizen events and 5S programs in an effort to support our world class endeavor. Shipping Specialist II Perform all General and Level I skills Contribute to our quality system through continuous improvement and with involvement in other waste eliminating activities. Properly process LTL shipments i.e. generate Bill of Lading (BOL), schedule pick up(s), and close out order in system. Properly pack and process Hazmat shipments. Shipping Specialist III Perform all General and Level I & Level II skills. Properly process export orders in accordance with compliance regulations. Train Shipping Specialists I and II in all necessary functions. Process ASN’s as required. Fill in for Shipping Coordinator as needed. Career Progression Opportunities: There are 3 levels of shipping specialists that associates can advance to. Expectations are outlined above. Education and/or Relative Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 2-3 years of related experience and/or training. At least 3-5 years related experience and or/training. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Environmental, Health & Safety Accountabilities: Learn and follow EHS policies, rules and work instructions Attend required EHS training Wear the required PPE at all times Take personal responsibility for keeping yourself and your co-workers and visitors free from injury by participating in and/or conducting risk assessments, work place inspections, corrective actions and safety observations Report incidents, near miss, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and other hazards in the work place. STOP WORK when imminent danger is present Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion and keep equipment in proper working condition. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr