Outbound Associate

Full Compass Systems, LTD; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Schedule

On-Site Restaurant

Volunteer Time Off

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Full Compass Systems, LTD in Madison, WI is seeking a Distribution Center, Outbound Associate to pick, pack, and ship orders, and support same-day service goals. You will work in Shipping and Picking, aiming for accuracy, safety, and timely fulfillment.

This role emphasizes attendance, ability to operate standard warehouse equipment, and collaboration with team leads. A high school diploma is required; warehouse experience is a plus. We offer a hybrid schedule and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Experience in warehouse or distribution is preferred.
• Experience with standard warehouse equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Pick orders and organize on a cart for Shipping.
• Double-check orders and package safely with appropriate materials.
• Process shipments, apply labels, and prepare bills of lading as needed.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safety standards.
• Assist with loading into customers' vehicles when required.
• Support cross-training and team communication with leads.

Skills

Positive attitude

Detail-oriented

Strong interpersonal skills

Safety-minded

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Box cutters

Tape guns

Hand truck

Printers

Copiers

Computers

Telephone

Fax machines

Job description

Description

Love what you do. Support the pros behind the shows!
Full Compass Systems is a family-owned business with nearly 50 years of building strong relationships with both employees and customers. We are a one stop shop for audio, video, lighting, and musical equipment, serving organizations of all sizes from Fortune 100 companies to local startups and everything in between.

Our benefits include:

• Potential for a Hybrid Schedule
• On-Site Restaurant
• Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Time Off
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)

Position Summary

The Distribution Center, Outbound Associate is primarily responsible for completing activities within the assigned functional areas of Shipping and Picking (Outbound: Picking, Small Parcel Shipping, Freight Shipping, Customer Pickup). Emphasis shall be placed on supporting positive Same Day Service outcomes through meeting established attendance, safety, accuracy, and production standards.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Pick orders using established double-check procedures. Organize orders on a cart to prepare for Shipping.
• Double-check picked orders in accordance with current procedure.
• Carefully and appropriately package orders in suitable size boxes with proper dunnage.
• Process shipment and apply shipping labels and packing list.
• Apply appropriate hazmat label(s) when required.
• Accurately palletize large shipments and secure load for safe freight transport including using auto stretch wrap machine. Review, print, and sign Bill of Lading for carrier.
• Provide Freight shipping estimates to sales when requested and necessary.
• Verify quantities and items against paperwork for customer pickups; invoice orders and maintain recordkeeping.
• Assist with loading into customers vehicle where appropriate.
• Support Same-Day-Service goals by maintaining established safety, accuracy, and production standards and benchmarks.
• Demonstrate consistent and predictable attendance.
• Maintain a positive approach and attitude by working effectively and constructively with others.
• Communicate progress, errors, system issues, misaligned procedures, and other problems to team lead or supervisor.
• Provide performance data (or other administrative requirements) from work completed as needed.
• Replenish workstation and other areas as needed to maintain good housekeeping and to provide a safe, clean, organized, efficient, and pleasant work environment.
• Participate in cross-training opportunities in other functional areas.
• Be prepared for and participate in additional training, feedback, and meetings.
• Work closely with team leads and supervisors to respond to unique work situations as they arise.
• Other related duties in support of departmental goals.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma, or equivalent.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience working in a warehouse setting a plus.
• Experience with standard warehouse equipment a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience using standard warehouse equipment including box cutters, tape guns/machines, computers, telephones, copiers, printers, and fax machines.
• Skilled in operating basic tools and equipment including a hand truck and various small hand tools.

Competencies

• Consistently demonstrate a positive approach and attitude by working effectively and constructively with others.
• Ability to accept and provide constructive performance feedback both on the floor and in scheduled meetings.
• Mindful of safety protocols.
• Detail-oriented.
• Strong interpersonal skills.