Shipping & Receiving $20 - $24 - SMITH Equipment, Watertown SD

Job Description:

Smith Equipment is looking for a highly motivated team member to support business cell functions and operations within shipping and receiving.  They will accurately store, issue, and move materials into and out of stockroom locations.  Maintain accurate records of inventory and shipping transactions. They will also need to receive goods, inspect for transportation damage, count, process receipts, prepare shipments going to external subcontractors, type and process shipping orders and bill of ladings.  The receiver would maintain records of finished goods box inventory and receiving transactions.

Major Areas of Accountability

• Packages, weighs, and prepares appropriate transportation documentation.
• Stocks finished goods into preassigned bin locations.
• Operates a variety of packaging and shipping machines as necessary.
• Evaluates inventory of packaging material and advises lead person if replenishments become necessary.
• Inspects products for aesthetic specifications before shipment. 
• Supports cycle counting by accurately counting materials utilizing electronic/manual scales or hand counts.  Investigates errors and resolves as required.
• Enter information into the database system. Completes documentation and maintains records as required.
• Upon receipt of goods, inspects for transportation damage, counts, and processes receipt, unloads freight trucks as required.
• Work with personnel for delivery of received goods to locations.
• Help prepare appropriate transportation documentation for Smith products to customers.
• Evaluates inventory of packaging material and advises Purchasing Agent if replenishments become necessary.
• Enter all items received into the computer, print receiving tickets and receiving reports, and close completed purchase orders.
• Support bin location system.
• Operates forklift as required. 
• Ensures that safe work procedures are followed and that proper safety equipment is used when required.
• Seeks and recommends ways to eliminate potential quality problems to improve procedures and methods, and to increase department productivity using problem solving techniques.
• Performs other work as apparent or assigned.

Supports the ITW/Smith principles and philosophies:

• Use of the principles and philosophies: simplify, focus, flow, empower and trust
• Set goals and targets that support the company, department and assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• No allergies to oils, solvents or solutions.
• Physical ability to lift, carry and maneuver 50 pounds.
• Physical ability to stand all day.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a cooperative and team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal/written) effectively with customers, suppliers and other employees.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret all applicable blueprints, schematics and diagrams.
• Must have accurate math/counting skills.
• Proficient computer skills required.

Company Description

Located in Watertown, SD, Smith Equipment sets the industry standard in oxy-fuel equipment. Smith was founded in 1916 by Elmer Smith.  Our commitment to crafting excellence has yearned us a reputation for manufacturing high-quality equipment that welders and professional trust.

Smith offers a comprehensive range of gas equipment and gas control products. From torches to regulators, our lineup meets the highest standards. Our equipment is meticulously designed for user safety without compromising on performance. We understand the diverse needs of oxy-fuel applications, providing solutions that empower professionals to achieve superior results with equipment they can rely on.

Smith Equipment is a Miller Electric Company.

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment.

The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people.

Additional Information

ITW Welding is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability