Warehouse Associate

Shipping & Warehouse AssociateiMBranded is one of the nation’s leading providers of facility imaging programs. We are a full-service manufacturer of fixtures, furniture and graphic products specializing in the retail automotive segment with OEMs and the dealer network.The Shipping & Warehouse Associate (SWA) will be responsible for a wide range of duties within the shipping/receiving departments as well as the warehouse more broadly. The role will facilitate an array of both physical and computer-based components of the relevant departments while constantly looking for and taking advantage of cost-saving opportunities. The SWA also ensures optimal use of all departmental resources (including time and human capital) in ensuring the expeditious and accurate receipt and processing of items delivered to the Company as well as those the Company delivers to its customers.Essential Functions (including, but not limited to)Wrap and package finished goods securely for transportBuild shipping crates and boxes for secure shipmentsSafely lift and move a variety of raw materials and/or finished company products to facilitate transportation to customer sites, both manually and with hand operated moving tools/equipment (including in and out of trucks)Receive and examine shipments and compare goods received with records/invoicesPack, seal, label, or affix postage to prepare materials for shippingAssist the Shipping & Logistics Manager in the preparation of documents, the recording of data, and other shipping/receiving functions as neededComplete various other manual/maintenance activities around the shop including cleaning the shop, Company vehicle upkeep, building crates/boxes, etc.Enter pertinent data into Company cost accounting systems as neededRequisition and store shipping supplies to maintain adequate stock levelsOther duties as assigned by Manager/Company ManagementRequired Skills/Competencies (including, but not limited to)Proficiency with computers and the MS Office Suite including ExcelExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalDetailed, with strong time management and organizational skillsBasic math skillsAbility to read a tape measureCritical thinking/problem solving skillsPhysical Requirements (including, but not limited to)The ability to safely lift heavy and/or cumbersome objects weighing 50+ poundsBending/stooping/kneeling, walking and climbing to package/loadThe ability to safely operate a forklift (certification provided as needed)Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent1+ years of relevant work experienceDemonstrated successful experience working both autonomously and with others in a fast-paced environment, requiring strong attention to detailPreferred Qualifications1+ years of experience in shipping/receiving role in manufacturingExperience working with Tradesoft cost accounting software1+ years basic carpentry experienceWork EnvironmentSome mild exposure to sawdust created in product fabricationExposure to the sounds of a variety of shop machinery (saws, etc.)