Warehouse Shipping Associate

Job Description

Job Description

The Warehouse Shipping Associate plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient shipping operations within the warehouse. This position involves coordinating shipments, managing inventory levels, safely loading and unloading goods, and operating necessary equipment while collaborating closely with team members to maintain a safe and productive environment.

 

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipping schedules and documentation to ensure timely dispatch
• Manage inventory records and organize stock accurately
• Load and unload shipments safely and efficiently
• Follow safety protocols and compliance guidelines consistently
• Operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks
• Collaborate with team members to meet shipping deadlines and resolve issues

 

Qualifications:

·         High school diploma or equivalent qualification. (Required)

·         Physically able to lift up to a maximum of 75 pounds. (Required)

·         Availability to work overtime including weekends. (Required)

·         Strong organizational and communication skills. (Required)

·         Experience using Stand Up and Sit Down forklifts (Required)

·         2 years’ experience in a similar role. (Preferred)

·         Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) forklift certification. (Preferred)

 

Preferred Additional Skills:

·         Basic or intermediate understanding of Lean Manufacturing methodologies including 5S.

·         Understanding of warehouse inventory principles such as stock rotation and velocity in a manufacturing environment.

·         Experience working within an ISO 9001 qualified environment.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Mobility to work in a large factory setting with walking, pushing, lifting, standing, and sitting, while maintaining PPE requirements.
• Shift: M-F 10 hours daily (6a-4:30p), with frequent Saturday work.
• Some local travel with company vehicle may be required

 

Reporting: This position reports to the Material Supervisor.

Salary Range : $21-$23 per hour.

Benefits: Insurance (Medical, Dental, Life, 401k). Paid time off and holidays.

Wanco: 15800 E. 40th Ave. Aurora, CO 80011 | wanco.com

Company Description

Wanco is the industryʼs leading manufacturer of highway safety and traffic control products. Innovation and new product development have made us what we are, and will continue to carry our reputation forward, well into the future.

Wanco provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Company Description

Wanco is the industryʼs leading manufacturer of highway safety and traffic control products. Innovation and new product development have made us what we are, and will continue to carry our reputation forward, well into the future.\r\n\r\nWanco provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.