Shipping Associate

Cengage Group Distribution Team Member

We believe in the power and joy of learning. At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

Our culture values diversity, engagement, and discovery. Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that creating an inclusive and diverse workplace is absolutely essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through inclusive programs, benefits, and initiatives that are integrated into the fabric of how we work every day.

What you'll do here:

As a valued member of the distribution team, the primary objective for this position is to safely and accurately ship product to Cengage Learning customers.

You will be responsible for performing all duties associated with the systematic and manual processing of international and domestic shipments from the domestic shipping department including safe and proper usage of powered industrial trucks (PIT).

You will:

• Interact with truck drivers for loading of freight and signing Bills of Lading.
• Stage cartons as designated by deliveries.
• QC/prep pallets to wrap.
• Build, wrap, load and stage orders for the customer.
• Process full case at induction.
• Craft UPS and FedEx shipments.
• Continuously reach, lift, push and pull up to 40 lbs to return individual units to appropriate locations.
• Safely lift, push, pull and relocate packages up to 50 lbs as required.
• Cross-train in various departments within the distribution center.
• Be committed to the team effort.
• Have other duties as assigned.

Types of Equipment used:

• Sit-Down Forklift, RC Truck, Runner and Pallet Jack

What you'll need here:

• At least 16 years of age.
• Skilled in site recognition/matching of numeric and alpha groupings.
• Able to comprehend simple instructions.
• Must have legible handwriting.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Be flexible with work hours.
• Basic computer experience.
• Stand and walk for 8-10 hours.
• Follow all safety practices and policies.

Preferred:

• Prior PIT experience.
• Prior RF experience.
• Prior distribution experience.

Cengage Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Cengage Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or you may call us at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Compensation: $16.00 - $20.00 USD