Shipping Specialist

Description

Job Summary:

Shipping Specialists are responsible for packaging and preparing all Antique Candle Co.® orders for shipping within a 1-2 day turnaround time. Antique Candle Co.® candles are in over 550 retail stores and on our booming direct to consumer website which means we work in a fast-paced warehouse environment. You will get to work in a fun and friendly work setting while getting to make a candle friend’s day by shipping their products in a timely manner. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• No supervisory responsibilities at this time. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Executes a pick to cart system to pack and prepare shipments to maximize efficiency and ensure customer satisfaction. 
• Keeps stock organized and easily accessible for shipment. 
• Replenishes shipping lines of packaging materials to ensure packers can consistently and efficiently ship out orders. 
• Packages wholesale and retail orders securely, in an aesthetically pleasing way and within the 1-2 business day turnaround time by meeting shipping quotas. 
• Completes shipping end of day tasks and 5S tasks daily. 
• Unloads pallets of raw materials and assists with weekly assigned cleaning tasks. 
• Supports the Production team in various candle making tasks as needed. 
• Collaborates in a team environment that continuously brainstorms new processes to scale operations with the company’s growth. 
• Oversees a unique captainship, taking responsibility and ownership for the execution of the assigned project or task. 
• Participates in weekly 1x1 meetings with direct supervisor to discuss wins and opportunities. 

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work quickly and efficiently. 
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to self-start and take initiative. 
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to function well in a team environment that is high-paced and at times (let’s be honest, we’re talking Q3 and Q4) stressful.
• Ability to exhibit the small business mindset, even as the business grows. 
• Willingness to shift and be flexible with changing goals and timelines.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license for forklift truck required. 

Physical Requirements:

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds. 

Standing work approximately 90% of the time. 

Operating machinery and/or power tools including but not limited to forklifts, pallet jacks and carts.

Environment Requirements:

Working in an environment with various fragrances and scents. 

Travel Requirements:

No travel required.