Shipping Specialist

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Review daily shipping schedules to identify items for shipment.
• Inventory and verify all parts and fabricated components required for shipping orders.
• Inspect finished products for quality, dimensions, and cosmetic appearance using certified tools like tape measures or calipers.
• Log errors, notify Leads of remakes, and affix appropriate certification labels.
• Package products for damage-free transit using proper methods, including building crates if necessary.
• Weigh, photograph, and label shipments with order numbers; complete and submit carrier documentation nightly.
• Load shipments safely and securely on designated carriers.
• Receive, verify, and store incoming goods; maintain shipping department inventories and supplies.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate shipment preparation.
• Inspect, maintain, and report deficiencies in tools and equipment.
• Keep the work area clean and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.
• Adhere to industry, UL, Intertek, and company policies and procedures, particularly safety.
• Ensure dimensional accuracy of all products within 1/32” unless specified otherwise.
• Inspect all work for material type, gauge, and specifications.
• Perform tasks only within your scope of training or experience.

Qualifications

• Basic dimensional measuring and shop math skills.
• Ability to read and understand shop cut sheets and drawings.
• Proficiency in basic carpentry and use of tools.
• Strong safety and quality orientation.
• Dependability, punctuality, and excellent attendance.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 80 lbs frequently.
• Frequent squatting, kneeling, bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Tolerate a 40-100°F work environment while standing and walking for up to 10 hours per day.
• Wear necessary protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes and hearing/vision protection.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Vo-Tech training or at least 3 years of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or carpentry.
• Certified forklift operator.