Shipping/Receiving/Warehouse Associate

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work from route sheets, shipping pick lists, verbal and written instructions from supervisor.
• Use U.P.S. Worldship software and related applications.
• Comprehend and utilize HAZMAT shipment procedures.
• Interpret and convey pertinent HAZMAT information to fellow employees as well as customers and freight forwarders.
• Prepare all documentation needed for shipment.
• Convert weights and dimensions to applicable units of measure (i.e. English to Metric).
• Prepare U.P.S./ FED-X/ D.H.L./Burlington Air/ Emery orders for shipment.
• Ensure dimensional shipment rules are applied as necessary to conform to carrier tariffs.
• Assist in training employees as directed
• Maintain security in warehouse and dock area.
• Maintain necessary records.
• Move materials as necessary in performance of duties.
• Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials, and unusual conditions to supervisor.
• Maintain work area and equipment in clean, safe, and orderly conditions.
• Follow established company rules and regulations.
• Maintain quality standards.
• Perform other related duties as required or as directed.

REQUIREMENTS:  EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Formal training in the handling of hazardous materials.
• Must be certified and/or willing to be certified in “D.O.T. Regulations”.
• Must understand basic computer functions within multiple applications.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed instructions and procedures.
• Ability to operate various motorized and electrically driven material handling equipment.
• Ability to adhere to challenging time constraints within team environment.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and movement of material (often in excess of 50 lbs.).
• Basic mathematical skills.