Shipper/Receiver

Shipping And Receiving

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

This position is responsible for proficiency of both the shipping and receiving functions throughout the facility. This is a 1st shift position with occasional mandatory overtime before/after the shift or on weekends depending on staffing and production needs. This position does not have direct reports. This position reports to the Shipping & Receiving Supervisor and is onsite at the Export, PA site.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for handling all day-to-day shipping responsibilities including contacting carriers, completing RFTs, manual shipping, bulk shipping, and international shipments (documentation, AES, working with freight forwarders).
• Prepare and print shipping labels corresponding to shipping needs.
• Operate a forklift or equipment to move products throughout the facility.
• Process orders based on customer and/or Quality requirements (preferred shipping systems, additional QA inspection, etc.).
• Provide shipping information support for Customer Service, including writing manifests for claims, filing claims, and providing freight quotes and tracking information upon request.
• Support the Materials department in maintaining all Country of Origin (COO) and customer spreadsheets.
• Perform daily audits of orders shipped through UPS WorldShip and the QAD systems.
• Prepare shipment approval listing to comply with SOX requirements.
• Responsible for unloading and staging all inbound deliveries, including but not limited to purchased components, indirect material, returns, and equipment.
• Complete the receiving transactions for all direct and indirect material in the MRP system.
• Communicate and escalate Supply Chain issues within the Materials department.
• Maintain an accurate kanban system for specified parts.
• Pull samples for Quality Assurance review and put parts following inspection, including delivering to point-of-use when needed.
• Coordinate with the Materials department to schedule inbound deliveries as needed.
• Document and report on any Overages, Shortages, & Damaged (OS&D) issues with deliveries.
• Responsible for using the FIFO (First In- First Out) material handling system.
• Maintain 5S in designated areas.
• Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by Company management.
• Responsibility directly tied to Watts Values (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency).

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Proficient computer user.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.
• Must be able to obtain a tow motor license and operate all tow motors within the plant.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Microsoft Office.

General Applicable Company Competencies

• Commitment to Watts' values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and conditions.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Adherence to Watts' seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions

While performing the job duties, you will be working onsite in a manufacturing facility. You will be required to work at the Company's Export, PA location. Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements

Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to physically move around the manufacturing floor.
• Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and co-workers.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Nothing in this job description restricts Watts' right to assign or re-assign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is "at will," which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

Watts in it for you :

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.