Shipping A Operator

Third Coast; Alvin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Third Coast in Alvin, TX seeks a Shipping Operator (A) to lead the shipping ops team under the Shipping Supervisor, focusing on plant operation improvements, equipment reliability, and safety performance. You will oversee picking/packing/labeling, forklift handling, and training of shipping staff.

You will also document inventory movements in the ERP, ensure paperwork accuracy, and coordinate with other departments to resolve discrepancies while maintaining strict safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years forklift and warehouse experience.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead tasks related to picking, packing, labeling and shipping operations.
• Perform forklift loading/unloading safely according to regulations.
• Provide direction and training to shipping operators.
• Act as a step-up Supervisor.
• Inspect packages, paperwork and loading vehicles for damages or discrepancies.
• Record warehouse inventory movements in ERP for receipts and shipments.
• Complete inventory movements physically and in ERP.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve missing packages or label discrepancies.
• Comply with safety standards and warehouse protocols.
• Perform plant cleanup tasks during and after operations.
• Take on additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Teamwork

ERP systems

SDS reading

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Shipping Supervisor, the Shipping Operator (A) main task is to: Provide first line leadership to support the shipping operations team through continuous improvement of plant operation, maintenance, equipment integrity, reliability, and safety performance.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Follow written or oral instructions regarding daily tasks and job duties.
• Provide troubleshooting expertise for the shipping operators.
• Know, comply, and enforce safe work procedures and operational discipline practices to the logistics team.
• Responsible for leading tasks associated with picking/packing/labeling and shipping operations.
• Perform forklift loading/unloading duties safely and according to regulations.
• Provide direction and training assistance to shipping operators.
• Act as a stepup Supervisor.
• Thoroughly inspecting packages, paperwork and loading vehicles for any damages and discrepancies.
• Accurately recording warehouse inventory movements of all packages received and shipped on Purchase orders and sales orders.
• Complete inventory movements physically and within company ERP system.
• Collaborating with internal departments to locate missing packages, fix incorrect labels, address paperwork and/or batch discrepancies, replace or repackage damaged product.
• Complying with safety standards and warehouse protocols for equipment use.
• Perform plant cleanup standard tasks during and at the end of an operation or workday.
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Exhibit and practices the Third Coast Way fundamental behaviors.

Knowledge and Skills

• High School Graduate or GED (preferred but not required).

Work Experience

• Minimum of 4 years forklift and comparable warehouse experience.
• Knowledge of and experience working with hazardous materials.

Skills and Competencies

• Must be able to multitask, stay organized, detailed, and focused and show a high level of initiative.
• Strong operations aptitude is desired.
• Must have good communication and leadership skills.
• Must be a selfstarter and willing to work in a team environment.
• Ability to identify and then implement process and productivity improvements.
• Ability to complete paperwork accurately and completely, understand the importance of detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively to team members and management.
• Good Computer skills/ERP system experience.
• Must be able to read and interpret a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to use their hands and arms to handle, feel, or reach.
• The team member frequently is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• The team member is occasionally required to sit.
• The team member must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift 50 pounds and occasionally move or manipulate drums weighing between 200600 pounds.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.