The Shipping Associate will be responsible for day-to-day operations within the functional areas of receiving, shipping, storage / distribution of goods, and logistics. The associate receives direction from Lead & Supervisor and carries out instructions based on given directive. The associate is responsible for following all safety, GMP and SQF policies/procedures, as well as adherence to PPE/hygiene policies. The Shipping associate is required to be certified in operating all material handling equipment as needed by location.

Shift:

Wed- Sat 7p-5:30a

Sun-Wed 7p-5:30a

Thu-Sun 7p-5:30a

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Stacks assembled boxes on the corresponding pallet(s)
Ensures all boxes are upright, and carrier ‘colored dots’ face outwards
Stacks boxes one layer at a time to create a more stable load
Checks (3) shipping labels to confirm they are all for the same carrier lane
Wraps and secures pallet before pulling
Transports pallets in a timely and safe manner from Production onto the shipping dock
Ensures that each pallet is checked by the Shipping Verifier before pulling it to the dock, and that each pallet has a pallet label attached
Verifies incoming pallets by checking all shipping labels from top layer
Checks that all visible colored dots conform to the correct shipping lane/color
Completes and attaches the pallet label to the pallet
Directs and ensures that the pallets are moved to their appropriate shipping lane
Fills out the information into the Box Counter Tool for every pallet
Visually confirms that the incoming trailer is staged in the correct dock door
Inspects trailer for any harmful contaminants and completes the trailer inspection form
Ensures that all shipping labels from top layer are checked for each pallet before loading
Completes a walk around the lane of pallets to be loaded, to ensure same color dots
Verifies the total number of boxes loaded matches the expected carrier count. If last truck for that carrier, does a quick sweep of the shipping and production floor to check for any missed boxes or pallets
Occasionally required to communicate with other departments within the distribution center in order to collaborate and solve problems.
Respectfully support and follow direction from management and completes tasks with minimum supervision.
Responsible for upkeep of equipment including reporting defective equipment to management.
Maintains the work area in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
Update data in the computer system; must be able to use a computer and type/data entry using computer programs (Microsoft Office, Google Sheets).

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in a manufacturing and assembly environment and is regularly exposed to cool and/or cold temperatures (10º - 40º). The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, reach and lift for a minimum of 10 to 12 hours with or without reasonable accommodation. The employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects and/or tools. The employee is required talk or hear with or without reasonable accommodation. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are varied according to shift and production schedule. The employee is expected to work no less than the designated 40 hour work week. Significant weekend work depending on production schedules.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted
Possess a high regard for safety in the workplace
Strong understanding of OSHA regulations
Proficient in mathematics
Knowledge of various material-handling equipment an asset
Preferably 2+ years’ experience operating powered forklifts
GED/High school diploma required.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.

Arizona Pay Range

$18.25—$18.25 USD

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