Shipping Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Splintek is a Lenexa based, made in the USA manufacturing company in the business of providing high-quality healthcare products to Retailers, Professionals and direct to consumers since 1996. Innovation, team-based, high energy, casual business environment. Splintek’s mission is to enhance the quality of life globally by innovating healthcare products for better sleep, more comfort, and overall health. Please visit our website at

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION

Perform the tasks required to properly and accurately select, package, label, ship, and track our products which are sent to customers and patients.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Review daily orders and identify rush shipments which must be given priority
• Verify that the item(s) being shipped matches its label and meets the specifications required by the shipping order for size, style, quantity, etc.
• Prepare items for shipment by building the correct size box and utilizing the appropriate packing materials
• Inspect the condition of the product and ensure the item to be shipped is not damaged
• Report any damaged items to management immediately upon discovery
• Generate Bills of Lading for shipments
• Package and label the item to prepare it for shipment
• Complete the appropriate documentation for all items shipped by recording identifying information of the product and transport information in the shipping records
• Move products within the facility by carrying, pushing, rolling, or operating hand trucks or other material handling equipment.
• Assist with loading shipments onto trucks
• Confirm that drivers depart with the appropriate paperwork
• Ensure that shipping stations are in working order and always stocked with appropriate materials. Notify management when a replenishment order is required
• Make safety a priority consideration with all actions taken. Immediately report any unsafe or potentially unsafe situation upon discovery
• Always maintain a clean and organized environment by sweeping, straightening, and verifying all items are in their correct locations utilizing 5S procedures, and by participating in Kaizen events
• Assist others within the facility as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL

REQUIRED:

• 1 year of experience in a physical environment
• Basic computer skills

PREFERRED:

• 3 years of warehouse, shipping, or material handling experience

**We are NOT interested in working with recruiters or employment agencies at this time. Please do not email about potential candidates.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Vision: Use vision to read, write, type, operate office, electronic, and manufacturing equipment, and make fine adjustments.

Speaking/Hearing: Give and receive information through speaking and hearing.

Motor Coordination: Requires hands to operate equipment.

Lift/Carry: Regularly lift, push, and move up to 50lbs.

Environment: Office and warehouse environments may be dust, contain sharp edges, include areas that are not well lit, the floor may be uneven or cracked, and the facility may be subject to variations in temperature.