Shipping & Receiving Associate I

Join Our Team as a Shipping & Receiving Associate IThe Shipping and Receiving Associate is responsible for supporting daily warehouse, shipping, and receiving operations at Protolabs. This role ensures incoming and outgoing materials, parts, and packages are handled accurately, safely, and efficiently to support production and customer delivery commitments.Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm.What You Will DoUnload and inspect incoming shipmentVerify the accuracy of received items against packing lists or invoicesOrganize and arrange stock in designated storage areas for optimal efficiencyPut away material in warehouseProcess and prepare outgoing domestic parcel shipments efficiently (AX, X-carrier)Pick, pack, and label items for shipping (AX, AX Mobile, and X-carrier systems)Generate shipping labels and documentation (X-carrier system) Quality Control:Conduct thorough inspections of products during the receiving process for damage or defects.Select appropriate packaging materials for different items.Ensure proper packaging to prevent damage during transit.Promptly notify the Logistics team of any discrepancies or issues that may require escalation.Complete shipping and receiving forms and paperwork.Maintain organized and up-to-date records for easy reference.What It TakesHigh School Diploma or equivalentWarehouse ExperienceDock ExperienceExperience with power tools used in a metalworking shop (drill press experience a plus)Able to work safely with sharp tools/objects, such as but not limited to, hobby/utility knives, pliersAble to use a computer, calculator and do basic arithmetic.Able to read and write in English.Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.Must be punctual and have good attendance.Good written and oral communication skills.Strong attention to detail.Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 poundsWhat's In It For YouWe offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible planFlexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings Account (including employer contributions)Dental and VisionBasic and Supplemental Life InsuranceShort-Term and Long-Term DisabilityPaid caregiver leaveYou will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO, Holiday Pay, and Volunteer Hours401k with company match and immediate vestEmployee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rateMatching grants through Protolabs foundationAnd More!$18.51 - $23 an hour Protolabs offers a competitive total rewards package, and compensation mix vary based on position, such as base wage, as well as other earnings including incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, job function, work experience, specialized skills, training, education, and cortication's.Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity EmployerPhysical Demands: While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds.Work Environment: Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.