Shipping & Receiving Associate I

Job Description

Job Description

Be yourself at Protolabs  

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.  So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply!  You can help make our company even better.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.  We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams. 

 

Why Protolabs? 

We are the leaders in digital manufacturing.  We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit.  Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds.  We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do.  It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home. 

Join our team as a Shipping & Receiving Associate I

 

This is an onsite role in Rosemount, MN : Monday-Friday from 8am-4pm.

What You Will Do

• Unload and inspect incoming shipment
• Verify the accuracy of received items against packing lists or invoices
• Organize and arrange stock in designated storage areas for optimal efficiency
• Put away material in warehouse  
• Process and prepare outgoing domestic parcel shipments efficiently (AX, X-carrier) 
• Pick, pack, and label items for shipping (AX, AX Mobile, and X-carrier systems) 
• Generate shipping labels and documentation (X-carrier system) Quality Control: 
• Conduct thorough inspections of products during the receiving process for damage or defects. 
• Select appropriate packaging materials for different items. 
• Ensure proper packaging to prevent damage during transit. 
• Promptly notify the Logistics team of any discrepancies or issues that may require escalation.  
• Complete shipping and receiving forms and paperwork. 
• Maintain organized and up-to-date records for easy reference. 

 

What It Takes

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Warehouse Experience
• Dock Experience 
• Experience with power tools used in a metalworking shop (drill press experience a plus) 
• Able to work safely with sharp tools/objects, such as but not limited to, hobby/utility knives, pliers
• Able to use a computer, calculator and do basic arithmetic. 
• Able to read and write in English. 
• Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment. 
• Must be punctual and have good attendance. 
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail. 
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

What's In It For You

• We offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
• Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid caregiver leave
• You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO, Holiday Pay, and Volunteer Hours
• 401k with company match and immediate vest
• Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate
• Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
• And More!

Protolabs offers a competitive total rewards package, and compensation mix vary based on position, such as base wage, as well as other earnings including incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, job function, work experience, specialized skills, training, education, and cortication's.

Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities.  Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.  Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.

 

Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

Physical Demands:

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear.  The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds. 

 

Work Environment:

Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.