Shipping & Receiving Associate

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The Visual Pak Companies are aligned with many of the largest consumer product companies in the household, personal care, automotive and food product industries.

30 years of consistent growth with no end in sight is a testament to our best-in-class workforce as the foundation for our collective success. The Visual Pak is looking for innovative and dedicated achievers who are encouraged to keep a healthy work/life balance to join our team.

Shipping & Receiving Associate

The primary function of this position is to provide shipping and receiving support to manufacturing, planning, and quality and warehouse operations.

Direct Reports

Individual Contributor

Position Responsibilities-Tasks-Deliverables

• Prepare shipping documents, receiving documents and contracts.
• Inform customers by mail or telephone confirmation numbers for deliveries and shipments, shipping and receiving dates, and any anticipated delays.
• Maintain shipping and receiving dock schedules.
• Learn and stay in compliance with protocols and SOP’s.
• Manage time effectively to complete assignments in the expected time frame.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Communicate with the Shipping-Receiving Manager all or any issues found in the Shipping-Receiving office.
• Operate a forklift to load, unload and move materials, as needed.
• Analyze and resolve or assist workers in solving daily work problems.
• Performing day-to-day tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. Processing Information — compiling, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
• Documenting/Recording Information — entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• File copies of orders received shipments and post orders on records.
• Maintain communication with planners and customers.
• Learning and using customer’s databases – SAP and Digital Supplier.
• Small pack shipments UPS, FedEx.
• Expected to be exposed to/trained in handling hazardous materials with annual refresher training.
• Maintain dock/door status (communicate w /VPL drivers)

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Incoming appointment lead time. Goal: 1 business days or less
• Zero carrier retention charges
• On time Receiving

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) match
• Pet Insurance
• Paid time-off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Subsidy
• Childcare Resources
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Discounts 

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities

Education:

• A High School Diploma (or GED) with experience is required.

Experience:

• 1-2 years of experience in a warehouse environment or in a similar role. 
• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating a forklift.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Strong Mathematical abilities
• Must have effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Must have ability to work well under pressure.

Communication:

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to regularly lift 55 lbs.
• Must be able to stand / walk for an entire eight-hour shift. Occasional bending, crouching, and crawling
• Regular and constant use of finger, hand, wrist, arm, and shoulder.
• The work environment is a warehouse floor with many noises, beeping, and other mechanical devices.
• Able to see properly to fulfill expectations of position.

Visual Pak Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visual Pak does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender (orientation or identification), sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, skills, individual performance, and business needs.