Shipping Associate

Job Title: Shipping Associate 

ABOUT OMI INDUSTRIES

At OMI Industries, we are committed to using the natural power of plant oils to produce safe, natural, and effective odor removing products without the use of harsh chemicals or artificial fragrances. With over 30 years of expertise, OMI is the world leader in manufacturing natural odor eliminating solutions for industrial, commercial, and consumer applications. 

We are looking for a motivated Shipping Associate to join our growing team!

SHIFT

Monday - Thursday, 5:00am - 3:30pm EST

JOB PURPOSE

Picks and packs product in the Shipping Department.

JOB RESPONSIBILITY SUMMARY

• Picking and packing orders.
• Sorts and places materials or items on pallets, shelves, or bins according to predetermined inventory procedures.
• Maintains a safe, clean working environment.
• Participates in quality and continuous improvement efforts.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/HAZARDOUS WORKING CONDITIONS

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential work functions.)

• OMI Industries manufactures odor eliminating solutions. Chemical exposure to raw materials including plant oils, fragrances, and other materials will occur.
• Continually required to stand.
• Frequently required to walk.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Frequently/required to lift/push/carry items less than 25 pounds/ up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally exposure to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather).
• Continually work near moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Occasionally loud noise (examples: metal can manufacturing, large earth-moving equipment).

PERKS

• Affordable health, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits - available first of the month following the date of hire
• 401k matching up to 5% of your annual salary - available after 6-months of employment
• Employee Referral Program
• Bonus eligible after one year of employment
• Growth opportunities
• Company swag/wearables
• Milestone awards for 1, 3, 5+ years
• Safe and friendly work environment

SALARY

$15/hour. Weekly pay periods. 

JOB TYPE

Full-time. Non-exempt.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

(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, skills, and ability required.)

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions. 

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.