Shipping Specialist

Shipping Specialist

Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we're an employee-owned company, we don't just list our values, we live them, providing the highest-quality products and services day in and day out. And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco-friendly partners that support social change and community involvement.

We are looking for a Shipping Specialist to join our team. You'll be part of a talented group that collaborates to deliver world-class products to our customers. In this role, you will ensure the packaging of all products are properly completed to mitigate against damage in transport and to ensure the proper packages are organized in such a fashion that the correct carrier picks up the packages that were part of that carriers' shipment.

Shifts available: Monday through Friday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm

A variety of these traits will help land you this job if you have:

• a High School degree or equivalent GED
• the ability to lift up to 50 pounds continuously for an 8-hour day and to stand for up to 10 hours in a production setting indoors
• manufacturing experience in a production setting
• printing industry experience a plus

On top of that you must:

• possess a thorough and organized approach to your work
• pay close attention to details on every project
• have basic computer skills
• be self-motivated, a fast learner, and show initiative to seek out customer and corporate needs
• complete projects accurately within deadlines, while meeting Company and Customer quality standards
• apply effective time management and self-management skills
• understand and maintain the confidential nature of the company, employee and customer information
• be able to quickly move from one project to other while dealing with a very stressful deadline
• be flexible to change

In this position you'll:

• ensure packaging of product is sufficient enough so no damage occurs during shipping
• capture all accurate dimensions and weights for all outbound packages
• process shipments on FedEx, UPS and TBG's internal transportation management system for the most effective transport in the most cost effective and timely fashion
• collaborate with the Production Lead, Shipping, to track and monitor packaged material inventory and ensure that materials are maintained at an adequate level in order to meet packaging production shipping demands
• communicate any concerns about packaging inventory meeting limited quantity thresholds so that the production lead can order more inventory in a timely fashion
• utilize best practices for reduction of cost
• perform miscellaneous projects and completes various tasks as requested by management

To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be:

• able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
• willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
• fiercely loyal to both our customers and team
• trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
• enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
• adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done

TBG Overview:

• We're a 1,000-person visual merchandising company
• We are 100% employee-owned
• We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure
• This is a full-time position in Shakopee, MN 55379

Compensation Range: $43,056 to $50,024 annually

*Range reflects our good-faith assessment of our hiring range for this role based on market conditions, experience level, and internal equity considerations.

Benefits Overview:

The Bernard Group offers a competitive variety of benefits designed just for you:

• Healthcare, dental, life insurance, disability
• Paid parental leave
• Retirement Savings programs:
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan-100% Employee-Owned
• 401k with a company match
• Career Development Opportunities
• Flexible Work Hours
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment

What, still want more? We have it.

• A culture of freedom, trust and a passion for excellence!
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Talented, empowered and engaged co-workers by your side
• We have fun!

The Art of Teams at TBG:

We came to understand how small teams of top talent with the right chemistry will consistently outperform a centralized production process. We put a great amount of energy into building individual teams in order to handle the speed and details of retail. It's the difference between average and being a world class service provider.

If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence, and are interested in joining the TBG team, please click 'Apply' to submit your application.

Thanks! The Bernard Group, Inc.