Shipping Specialist I

Job Description

Job Description

  Who We Are…

  At Fenner Precision Polymers, a Michelin Group company, we’re committed to delivering high-performance solutions that power critical applications across industries. Our culture is built on safety, innovation, continuous improvement, and a shared dedication to excellence. We value teamwork, adaptability, and a positive work environment where every employee plays a vital role in our success.

What We Offer…

  At Fenner, you’re more than just an employee, you’re part of a global team that values your voice, supports your growth, and celebrates your contributions. We offer:

• Competitive pay with shift differentials and bonuses
• Day-one  Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) match immediately vested with the company
• 100% Paid  Parental Leave
• Michelin Stock Purchase Program
• Michelin Tire Rebate Program
• Career Development in a Global Organization
• A Culture Built on Trust, Respect, and Empowerment

Be part of a company that values your contribution and invests in your future

  What You’ll Be Doing…

  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: (example: junior or senior levels)

·         There are 3 levels of shipping specialists that associates can advance to. Expectations are outlined above.

Education and/or Relative Experience: ( The level of education and/or experience needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.)(Also show level of education needed for Career Progression)

- 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.

  Certificates, Licenses, Registrations (The licenses, certificates or registrations that are required to perform the essential duties of this job.)

 ·         None Required

  Environmental, Health & Safety Accountabilities: (The level of safety accountability needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.

·         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.