Warehouse & Shipping Associate

The Shipping and Warehouse Associates will be the foundation of a well-run, organized department, being fully cross-trained and conversant in safely performing all tasks relating to both the shipping and warehouse functions. These associates will be flexible, have a keen awareness of the importance of inventory accuracy and work well as an individual contributor or as part of a team. 

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Receive incoming inventory and transfer to the required location, both physically and in the Visual system. 
• Inventory picking and transfer to the required location employing the safe operation of a fork-lift as required. 
• Daily cycle counting to confirm inventory accuracy. 
• Entering data into the Visual and ProShip computer systems. 
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organized work environment. 
• Advising the department manager and/or department lead of inventory discrepancies between the system and physical count. 
• Prepare outbound customer order shipments, working with logistics on all international shipments. 
• Continually monitoring inventory levels in replenishment bins at all point of use inventory locations. 
• Inspecting all incoming material shipments for purchase order accuracy, quality defects and shipping damage.  Work with QA and purchasing to resolve the same.   
• Conduct basic scheduled maintenance on warehouse equipment. 
• Attention to detail on all system inventory transactions. 
• Properly process RMA’s as needed working QA. 
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management. 

Competencies/Skills: 

• Visual Manufacturing, shipping software
• Fork-lift certification a plus
• Skilled working with small hand tools
• Basic Computer Skills

Required Education &
Experience: 

• High school diploma or G.E.D. 
• 1 - 3 years’ experience working in a shipping and warehouse department. 
• Positive attitude works well in a dynamic team environment. 
• Experience in the safe operation of a forklift 
• Functional knowledge of the Visual and ProShip computer systems and MS Office products. 
• Ability to adapt to frequent changes in production flow. 
• Good communication and organizational skills, and strong problem-solving abilities. 
• Comfort with basic math skills and ability to read a tape measurement. 
• Quick learner, excellent attention to detail, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.