Shipping Associate

Will primarily be responsible to work on tasks that are routine in nature where limited judgment is required. Normally receives detailed instructions on most work assignments. Pulls materials from inventory locations. Will package customer orders for shipment and process them by use of automated or manual carrier shipping systems. Prepares daily shipments by stocking multiple locations with shipping supplies as well as keeping the warehouse orderly and organized. The Shipping Associate I will also perform materials management tasks, pulling components for production and cycle counting as required.

• High-school Diploma and 0-2 years experience in materials distribution (shipping/receiving/inventory control) or equivalent combination of related education and experience.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must have good inter-personal and communication skills
• Ability to utilize Microsoft systems such as Excel, Word, Outlook and other software packages.
• Strong attention to detail
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift 20-30 pounds unassisted

Work Environment: (if applicable)

• Warehouse Environment
• Sorts customer orders properly, picks products from inventory locations, verifies other associate product pulls, and prepares goods for final shipment in accordance to product temperature shipping requirements, as instructed.
• Packs orders requiring dry ice refrigerant as directed.
• Process daily outbound customer orders using automated carrier or manual shipping systems.
• Replenishes daily, consumable shipping supplies, copier paper, foam boxes, and other consumable supplies as assigned in their work environments such as workstations, cold rooms, or warehouses etc.
• Helps to prepare and maintain records of merchandise shipped such as Transfer Orders, Shipping Letters of Instructions, Export Declarations, etc.
• Picks up and delivers materials and components as directed.
• Signs for materials received, checks goods against packing slips and seeks direction when materials do not match or are damaged. May be required to apply product labeling for materials.
• Process and deliver materials to appropriate personnel.
• Performs cycle count and responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy within company set goals.
• Maintain component inventories and integrity of paper and electronic records without direct supervision.
• Notifies Supervisor of damaged or mixed materials.
• Participates in required training on regulatory issues affecting own area of work and brings regulatory compliance questions/issues to the attention of management.
• Assists in preparation of shipping documentation for domestic shipments as directed.
• Communicates daily progress and notifies problem situations to the Team Lead or Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Maintains shipping and warehouse areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• May be required to operate a forklift and/or Company vehicle as directed.
• Required to maintain security programs in place for shipment processing
• Provides accurate, timely, and courteous service to all customers.
• Follows the client's Biosciences Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) policies and procedures. Takes responsibility for safety in immediate work area. Participates in EH&S programs. Notifies supervisors of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices. May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as designated by Supervisor.