Shipper I (1st Shift)

Hillman Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hillman Group in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Warehouse Associate to prepare and process outgoing truckload, LTL, and overnight shipments, ensuring items ship to the correct locations on established schedules.

This role requires attention to detail, basic computer skills, and the ability to work accurately from verbal and written instructions; you will operate a pallet jack and use RF scanning equipment to track shipments.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a distribution setting preferred.
• Ability to learn in-house software.
• Detail-oriented and accurate with numbers.
• Experience operating a pallet jack.

Responsibilities

• Sorts packages and uses a hand scanner to determine shipment status.
• Checks boxes for proper sealing, labeling, and damages-free quality standards.
• Enters package data into the computer to generate shipping labels.
• Transfers LTL and UPS packages to the appropriate staging locations.
• Palletizes skids and loads product onto trucks.
• Operates a pallet jack and uses equipment efficiently to avoid waste.
• Regularly audits outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

RF scanner use

Pallet jack operation

Following instructions

Distribution experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand-held RF Gun

Pallet jack

PC

Job description

Schedule: Monday through Friday - 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM

Overtime Schedule: Monday through Saturday - 4:30 AM to 2:00 PM

Pay: $16.25/hour

Job Summary

Prepares and processes outgoing truckload, LTL, and overnight shipments; ensures all items ship to the proper location, according to established schedules.

Essential Job Functions *

• Sorts packages and uses a hand scanner to determine shipment status
• Checks boxes to ensure they are sealed, properly labeled and free from any damage; makes sure all quality standards are met
• Enters package data into the computer to generate shipping labels
• Transfers LTL and UPS packages to the appropriate staging locations
• Palletizes skids and loads product onto trucks
• Conserves resources by using equipment and supplies to complete tasks without waste
• Uses knowledge and experience to resolve basic operating problems; reports other problems to manager
• Operates a manual and/or motorized pallet jack
• Picks non-conveyable items and locates to appropriate staging area
• May perform regular audits on outgoing customer shipments to ensure orders are accurate and complete

* This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Related experience in a distribution setting preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic computer skills; able to learn and use in-house and vendor software applications
• Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions; able to work accurately with numbers
• Able to operate a pallet jack

Operational Equipment

• Hand-held RF Gun, pallet jack, PC

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work Environment

Shipping/Receiving: Fast-paced, standing on concrete floors up to 8 hrs/day. Exposure to loud noise. Functional vision and hearing required.

Physical Demands

Shipping/Receiving: Heavy, lifting up to 70 lbs., pushing/pulling up to 200 lbs.