Shipping Assistant

Assists in verifying and keeping records on incoming and outgoing shipments and preparing items for shipment by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Studies shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receivable standards

· Help with daily workload of jobs running and ensuring details are followed on packaging and labeling of finished product

· Help coordinate shipping of jobs to and from outside vendors

· Communicate details of shipping information are not on the job ticket

· Oversees incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments

· Directs movement of shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage and work areas

· Studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency of subordinates

· Adjusts errors and complaints

· Be available to cover for different areas of the department when needed

· All other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In keeping with Mittera’s philosophy that each individual should be encouraged to reach his or her full potential, and in compliance with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations or modifications will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs.

· High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred

· 1-3 years related experience and/or training

· Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos

· Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization

· Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines

· Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision

· Has basic computer skills 

Physical Requirements

· Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling and bending.

· Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs.

· Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination.

· Requires near visual acuity.

· Requires working around and operating departmental equipment.

· Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility.

· Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances.

  Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.  All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.