Shipping Associate

Deerfield Packaging is looking to employ a UPS/FedEx Processor, responsible for fulfilling strict delivery schedules for UPS and FedEx shipments.

Job Characteristics

• Prepare, wrap and load pallets of finished goods for bulk shipments, completed by 3 P.M. daily for timely pickup
• Tidy and reset work areas with new pallets and new boxes after shipment in preparation for next work day
• Generate and distribute bills of lading and advanced shipping notices for all Home Depot shipments
• Select, package and process directtoconsumer ecommerce shipments, including generating advanced shipping notices
• Run end of day carrier reports reconciling shipments and deliver to accounting department
• Weigh, select, label and prepare packages for smaller orders and back orders between shipments
• Perform basic maintenance on machines used, including (but not limited to) forklift, SpeedyPacker and 3M AutoTaper
• Participate in training new employees when needed

Required Skills

• Computer proficiency (especially web browsers and user portals)
• Able to work quickly and meet firm deadlines
• Excellent time management skills
• Close attention to detail in a fastpaced environment
• Written and verbal English communication skills
• Collaborate effectively and work well in a team
• Strict attention to safety procedures and guidelines including wearing all personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Willingness to keep and maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Punctual and able to adhere to attendance policy

Required Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working in a manufacturing/industrial facility

Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; bend; stoop, crouch or crawl; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell. Additionally, workers will be exposed to a large warehouse environment and may experience loud volumes or high/low temperatures, based on current weather. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and may be required to stand for up to 3 hours at a time.