Shipper

Lowen; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Profit Sharing

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Lowen Corporation, based in Hutchinson, Kansas, is a world-class provider of graphic solutions. We seek a shipper to manage daily shipments, assemble and label orders, and maintain accurate inventory records in a production setting.

You will learn to operate FedEx and UPS systems, verify quantities, and support year-end inventory. This role requires safety awareness and the ability to work in a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to access information on a computer and operate shipping systems.
• Willingness to learn pallet jack and forklift operation.
• Must be organized with the ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Identify daily shipments and ensure orders are correctly assembled, packaged, and labeled.
• Maintain inventory records and notify Shipping Supervisor of problems.
• Record shipment information including weight, tracking, and notations.
• Learn to operate FedEx and UPS shipping systems.
• Follow safety procedures and practices in a fast-paced environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to shipments and packaging.

Skills

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Leadership

Safety conscious

Driver's license

Attention to detail

Initiative

Hammer safety

Tools

Band saw

Banding equipment

Floor jacks

Forklift

Electric pallet jack

Job description

Shipper

Who Are We? Lowen Corporation is located in Hutchinson, Kansas and is a world-class provider of graphic solutions for branding, advertising, information and display; serving the most recognized commercial brands within its major operating divisions. Family owned and operated for over seven decades, Lowen has built a reputation for dependability, quality of the highest standard and superior value for our customers.

Job Summary

Identifies each day’s shipments and ensures orders are correctly assembled, packaged, protected, and labeled, and that appropriate graphics are completed accurately. Responsible for meeting daily shipping schedules, maintaining inventory control/records, and notifying the Shipping Supervisor of problems.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Follow safety procedures and practices
• Verify quantity and quality of orders before packaging and shipping
• Record shipment information (weight, tracking, special notations)
• Determine best packaging options based on contents, shipping method, and size
• Build a custom crate when required or pick up a crate at another location
• Secure contents to prevent damage/breakage
• Affix shipping labels and special handling instructions clearly and orderly
• Read and understand job traveler; verify graphics per customer order
• Learn to operate FedEx and UPS shipping systems
• Operate band saw, banding equipment, and floor jacks
• Use proper lifting techniques; get help for heavy weights; avoid awkward positions
• Work in stocking-program side of shipping (shelving and releasing part numbers)
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems
• Keep work areas clear of clutter and equipment
• Assist with year-end and general inventory procedures as needed
• Report defective graphics or shortages to Shipping Supervisor

Competencies

• Ability to access information on a computer
• Willingness to be trained on electric pallet jack and/or forklift
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to interpret data sheets
• Organized; able to work independently and within a team
• Works under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Follows directions; able to switch jobs before completion if needed
• Multi-tasking ability
• Takes initiative; shows leadership
• Ability to use a hammer safely

Work Environment

Heated/cooled production atmosphere. Cement floor; anti-fatigue mats provided. Clean working environment. Might work around moving mechanical parts.

Physical Demands

Required to reach level 4 physical capacity test post-hire. Occasional reaching (including across midline), fingering, feeling, squatting, stooping. Occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 65 lbs. Frequent walking, change of position, handling. Constant standing.

Expected Hours of Work

Full-time; Monday–Friday. Hours may vary by department and shift. Additional hours required to complete projects.

Industry Professionals Across North America

The Craft of Precision

At Lowen Corporation we build the graphics and signage that national brands depend on every day. From wide-format digital printing and fleet graphics production to sign manufacturing and nationwide installation, the work our team does shows up in every state.

When you join Lowen you are not just taking a job. You are building a career with a family-owned company that has been investing in its people for over 76 years. We provide the tools, the technology, and the support to help you do the best work of your career.

Financial & Time Off Benefits

• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical & Rx
• Teladoc
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer
• Employee Assistance Programs