­­­­Department:

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Job Status: Full Time

Reports To:

Summary/Objective:

The Shipping Specialist will be responsible for picking orders, repackaging material, quality control, printing labels, checking accuracy of orders and preparing shipments to be shipped.   

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Organizes, prioritizes, and processes LTL shipments for the facility. This includes setting up carries, printing pick lists, preparing shipping documents (labels, packing list, and bill of lading), and verifying LTL rate accuracy.


• Processes shipping related paperwork and ensure accuracy and appropriate timing of confirmations.


• Assists team as needed in daily warehouse management duties.


• Assists the team in cycle counting, inventory identification/location, and general management and organization of the shipping area.


• Drives a forklift on an as needed basis to provide backup and additional capacity to the shipping department.


• Prepares orders for shipment, including loading, organizing, and wrapping orders, ensuring accuracy and quality package.


• Handles receivables.


• Pulls parts for shipments as required.


• Packages products as required.


• Obtains weight and dimensions of product being shipped.


• Uses carrier websites to arrange for pickup and/or delivery of product.


• Maintains accurate inventory.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong computer skills


• Ability to determine freight costs


• Basic understanding of railway, dock, and warehouse procedures


• Good organizational skills and attention to detail

• Understanding of hazardous materials regulations


• Finished goods and raw material product knowledge


• Organized and process driven. Able to stay ahead of shipping deadlines and customer expectations


• Reliable means of transportation required

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and/or inventory software to maintain records, input data, and create reports

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• State motor vehicle operators permit for operation of forklift highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to traverse distribution warehouse and access a variety of storage spaces and shelving units by stretching, squatting, and reaching.


• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.


• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures in the warehouse and on the loading dock.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.