International Shipping Clerk (1st Shift)

Aspen Surgical; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Benefits from day ONE

Job summary

Aspen Surgical in Michigan is seeking a Warehouse Associate to pick, pack, and ship products in a fast-paced distribution center. You'll ensure accuracy, safety, and on-time delivery while supporting shipments to a growing customer base.

The role requires 2–4 years in a distribution or manufacturing setting, a high school diploma, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to operate PIT equipment after training. Competitive benefits available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-4 years in a distribution center, warehouse, or manufacturing setting.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to perform basic to intermediate math operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication; detail-oriented.
• Positive attitude, flexible, able to multitask.
• Root cause analysis and corrective action skills are a plus.
• Able to obtain PIT license and operate listed equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pick, pack, and ship products meeting productivity and quality goals.
• Support shipment of products produced or destined for sale to customers.
• Ensure all international documentation is completed properly.
• Monitor orders to meet delivery expectations.
• Coordinate with Freight Forwarder and Customer Service on load dates.
• Create and amend shipments in ERP system.
• Operate PIT equipment safely and wear PPE as required.
• Maintain 5S cleanliness and organize the workspace.

Skills

PIT operation

Quality focus

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

V-Mast Forklift

Power Jack

Reach Truck

Order Picker

Tugger/Pack Mule

Job description

About Aspen

We love what we do! At Aspen Surgical we live our values of Customer Focus, Integrity, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovative Spirit every day. This caring dedication creates and builds exceptional products that drive the industry standard making a real and lasting impact on people’s lives around the world. We strive to be the best, while providing the tools, resources, and support needed to set our team members up for success.

About Aspen

We love what we do! At Aspen Surgical we live our values of Customer Focus, Integrity, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovative Spirit every day. This caring dedication creates and builds exceptional products that drive the industry standard making a real and lasting impact on people’s lives around the world. We strive to be the best, while providing the tools, resources, and support needed to set our team members up for success.

At Aspen Surgical, We Understand That Our Success Begins With Our People. That's Why We Prioritize Creating a Positive And Rewarding Work Environment Where Every Team Member Feels Valued, Respected, And Inspired To Excel. Here's What Sets Us Apart

• Safety First: Your safety is our top priority. We maintain strict safety protocols and provide training to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all team members.
• Competitive Pay and Great Benefits. This position starts at $19.00 per hour with a $2.00 shift premium for working 2nd shift. You will be eligible to enroll in benefits on day ONE, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401K with company match. Generous Paid Time Off benefits are also included.
• Commitment to Excellence: We take pride in delivering high-quality medical products that make a difference in people's lives. As a member of the Aspen team, you'll be part of a company that is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of quality and innovation.
• Team Collaboration: We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration. Our distribution center is a place where individuals come together to achieve common goals, support each other, and celebrate successes as a team.
• Opportunities for Growth: At Aspen, we invest in our people's development and growth. Whether you're looking to advance your career within the distribution center or explore opportunities in other areas of the company, we support you to reach your full potential.

In This Position, You Will Have the Opportunity To

• Accurately and efficiently pick, pack, and ship products, meeting all established productivity and quality goals in place for the current process.
• Support the shipment of products produced or destined for sale to our customer base
• Ensure all International documentation is completed properly, in accordance with the unique process of the destination country.
• Monitor orders to ensure we are meeting delivery expectations.
• Initiate and arrange alternative carrier pick up as needed and appropriate
• Communicate order status with Customer Service
• Create and amend shipments in ERP system
• Reallocate product to ensure order ships as complete as possible
• Assist Customer Service with freight estimates
• Load containers for Freight Forwarders, including adherence to sealing procedures.
• Proactively manage container capacity during shipment creation to avoid overflows
• Coordinate with Freight Forwarder and Customer Service of expected load date and time., requesting additional time if needed
• Reorder supplies as needed
• Ship raw materials and samples as needs for production / quality and sales
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Report quality concerns of product to supervisor or team leader
• Maintains 5S work environment-cleanliness and organization
• Operates Powered Industrial Trucks, pallet jacks, and other heavy equipment in a safe manner at all times
• Attends proper safety training sessions as required and wears PPE in designated areas
• Proactively solves problems within own work area
• Understands and properly completes daily safety checks of PIT

What You Need To Succeed In This Position

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 2-4 years’ experience working in a distribution center, warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Computer Skills – Excellent computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to do basic to intermediate mathematical operations as part of daily work
• Proficient in verbal and written communication with the ability to read and understand work instructions
• Must have a positive attitude while maintaining flexibility
• Able to efficiently manage multiple requests and projects at one time
• Conscientious, accurate, and detailed-oriented regarding work output
• Ability to use proper counting, weighing and measuring skills as appropriate
• Problem Solving – able to perform root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Report damage products to the attention of the Supervisor immediately
• Must be able to obtain PIT license and operate machinery in a safe manner such as:
  • V-Mast Forklift
  • Power Jack
  • Joey
  • Order Picker
  • Reach Truck
  • Tugger/Pack Mule
  • This includes passing written test and driving test for PIT

Physical Requirements

NOTE: The inability to perform any of the following physical requirements does not preclude an applicant from consideration unless, following an individualized analysis, it is determined that the physical requirement is an essential job function and the applicant is unable to perform such function with or without reasonable accommodation

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Frequently required to stand, sit, walk, and talk or hear
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds
• Normal or corrected vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Valid Driver’s License or proof of a passing, recent vision exam required
• Normal or corrected hearing abilities
• Ability to operate at heights above 10ft

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer- and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or Veteran status. Diversity makes us better.