Outbound Fulfillment - Shipping Associate

DeKalb Health; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with matching

Job summary

DeKalb Health in Coatesville, PA is seeking a Warehouse Shipping/Receiving Associate to move, locate, stack, and count items safely, with forklift assistance as needed. The role emphasizes order accuracy, inventory control, and timely processing of shipments.

You will handle packing, shipping, and receiving, operate barcode scanners and warehouse software, and maintain a clean, safe work environment. The schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with a one-hour lunch; prior experience in

Qualifications

• Experience with Transportation Management Systems and shipping software.
• Ability to recognize items for alternate shipping modes and use of lifters.
• Experience in a warehouse environment with proper packing techniques.
• Experience shipping Hazardous Materials preferred.
• Ability to operate machinery following safety rules and read English labels.

Responsibilities

• Ship products with 100% accuracy; pack and ship orders, set requests, and mailings.
• Adapt to shipments and report damage or issues to supervisors.
• Assist with order picking, shipping, and receipt of materials.
• Operate a barcode scanner and warehouse software system.
• Maintain productivity and a sense of urgency during shifts.
• Inspect and operate warehouse equipment and report issues to supervisor.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and adhere to policies.

Skills

Transportation Management Systems

Shipping software

Dimensional weight

Hazardous materials handling

Inventory control

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Barcode scanner

Warehouse software

Job description

• Location 101 Independence Way,Coatesville, PA, 19320,United States
• Job Category Shipping, Distribution, Warehouse
• Industry Warehouse, Operations, Distribution
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name John Larock
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Position Summary

The warehouse shipping and receiving associate is responsible for moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting items in a safe and efficient manner with and without the use of a forklift. In addition, maybe required to work as Put-Away Associate as needed.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 8:00 am through 5:00 pm with an hour unpaid lunch.

Location

The work location for this position is at our Coatesville, Pennsylvania, Headquarters near the Chester County Airport.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Shipping products with 100% accuracy; packing and shipping of all orders, set requests, and mailings.
• Ability to adapt to shipment for signs if damage, and bring any issues to the direct supervisors
• Assist team members with order picking, shipping, and receipt of materials.
• Must be able to operate a barcode scanner and use warehouse software system.
• Maintain minimum units per hour productivity requirements and works with a sense of urgency.
• Responsible for operating and inspecting warehouse equipment at the beginning and of every shift to perform role and reporting any issues to supervisor.
• Act professionally and remain focused while working
• Safely operate all warehouse equipment
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment. Ensures workspace is clean at the end of each shift and free of any trip hazards.
• Perform cleaning activities throughout the warehouse during slow periods and downtimes. This includes using broom and dustpan through the warehouse.
• Complies with all Witmer Public Safety Group Policies and Procedures.
• Performs any other duties or projects assigned by the management team.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Previous experience with Transportation Management Systems, and Shipping software; as well as knowledge of dimensional weight characteristics.
• Ability to recognize items which should ship via an alternative mode; for example an item which is too heavy and/or bulky to ship small parcel and should be switched to LTL.
• Experience in a similar position working in a production/warehouse environment and knowledge of proper packing techniques; that will ensure there is no damage to the products while in transit.
• Previous experience in shipping of Hazardous Materials preferred.
• Required to operate machinery following all safety rules and regulations.
• Must be able to use wave lift and be comfortable with heights.
• Knowledge of inventory and quality control.
• Ability to stand and walk for 8+ hours per day.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and twist repetitively.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Ability to count, add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers quickly and accurately.
• Ability to read and understand labels written in English.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to go up and down a ladder. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Summary

If you are looking to be a part of something bigger than yourself, that is both financially and emotionally rewarding, we want to talk to you! We like to hire people with experience, but we love to hire people with initiative. We are a fast-growing company with exciting endeavors on the horizon. We need people who are passionate, positive, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

In addition, Witmer Public Safety Group offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k with matching component, company paid Life/ADD/Short-term Disability/Long-term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and several additional voluntary plans.