Shipping Associate II

Shipping Associate II

Full-Time | Permanent | On-site

Hourly | $23 - $26

We are not currently working with third party agencies on this role.

About Us:

Vantedge Medical is the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. We are at the forefront of precision engineering and innovation, specializing in the development and manufacturing of vital components for medical markets such as Robotic Assisted Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Instruments, Dental, and more. Our teams work in unison, collaborating and problem-solving to serve the manufacturing needs of the top Medical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) around the globe. Making a difference in the lives of patients and their families drives us to go above and beyond every day. With a steadfast commitment to advancing medical technology, we take immense pride in the work we do – and have a lot of fun doing it.

About This Opportunity:

This position performs the duties of a Shipping Associate I, with additional responsibilities related to advanced packaging and shipping operations, supporting overall distribution processes and ensuring timely, accurate delivery of products.

Responsibilities:

• Palletizing of large parts, including building or modifying pallets using power tools.
• Highly custom packaging and specialized techniques, such as vacuum packaging.
• Extraordinary expertise and productivity (demonstrated over time) performing Shipping Associate 1 duties.
• Scanning of serial numbers.
• Full Truck Load (FTL) coordination, including:
• Direction to non-Vander-Bend truck driver, such as which building and dock to use and assistance in trailer placement, if necessary.
• Assure proper and timely scanning of serial numbers, delivery of scanner for downloading, verification of completeness and accuracy of scanned file.
• Proper loading and securing of product per work instruction or Department supervision.
• Place Shipping documentation in allocated location in the trailer and/or with driver. Secure driver signature on Bill of Lading.
• Installing serialized seal to trailer when required.
• Fill in for Vander-Bend truck driver when necessary.
• Processes Work Orders, including:
• Determination of quantity to process using Work Order Close Program.
• Manual stocking of overage quantity, if any.
• Determination of proper location in which to stock parts.
• Prints Packing Lists.
• Maintains consumable packaging inventory levels to meet fluctuating demand. Stocks and identifies incoming consumable packaging. Requisitions additional materials as required.
• Skilled forklift operation, such as the loading of trucks without the use of a dock, and placing and retrieving pallets from high racks.
• Performs other related tasks assigned by the department Manager or Lead Person.

Requirements:

• Twelve months or more of work experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least six months as Shipping Associate I or equivalent.
• Demonstrated competence as Shipping Associate 1.
• Demonstrated ability to perform at least three of the "Detailed responsibilities" listed above, OR the demonstrated ability to process work orders in Visual Manufacturing.
• Valid California driver's license – for applicants whose duties include that of relief driver.
• Vander-Bend forklift certification – for applicants whose duties include that of forklift driver.
• Physical Requirements: Most assigned tasks for this position may involve "Light Work", however some may involve "Medium Work" as defined below. The hiring authority may review the applicant's physical ability based on the specific tasks to be assigned:

1. Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work
2. Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
3. Standing: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time