Shipping and Receiving

Protolabs; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid time off

401k with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Protolabs in Nashua, NH is hiring a Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our first shift. You will handle domestic and international shipments, coordinate carriers, and maintain accurate shipment records. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and teamwork in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

We value clear communication and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Prior forklift experience and a strong customer-service approach are beneficial for success in this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years shipping and receiving experience preferred.
• Forklift experience is desirable.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process domestic and international shipments using carriers.
• Determine appropriate carrier and method of shipment.
• Maintain shipping history in databases and ERP systems.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve shipping issues.
• Support departments with preparing and shipping materials as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

Strong communication

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

Customer service

Initiative

Teamwork

Attention to safety

Independent work

Urgency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Be yourself at Protolabs** **

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.

Why Protolabs?

We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.

Join our team as a Shipping and Receiving Associate!

First Shift – Mon to Fri 12pm to 8pm

The Shipping & Receiving Associate is responsible for performing a variety of shipping and receiving tasks in a manufacturing environment.

What you will do:

• Prepare and process all domestic and international shipments using UPS, FedEx, LTL and other carriers and couriers.
• Determine appropriate carrier and method of shipment required to meet internal and external customer demands.
• Maintain internal databases including intranet and ERP system to ensure accurate shipping history.
• Work with internal customers to resolve customer service issues, including, but not limited to: shipping errors, order entry errors, late orders, packing slip/part count/PO discrepancies.
• Proactively communicate shipping issues to customer service for resolution.
• Support other departments (Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service) with preparing and shipping tradeshow supplies, marketing materials, and samples by requested ship method.
• Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization.
• Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance.
• Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What it takes:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of shipping and receiving experience
• Forklift experience
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work safely with sharp tools/objects, such as but not limited to, hobby knives, utility knives, pliers
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to multitask and prioritize own workload
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
• Ability to comprehend and follow printed and computer-screen instructions, and direction from supervisors or technical leads
• Strong sense of urgency
• Solid customer service skills

Bonus points for:

• Experience using UPS, FedEx shipping software
• Experience with international shipments

What’s in it for you:

• We offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
• Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid caregiver leave
• You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO, Holiday Pay, and Volunteer Hours
• 401k with company match and immediate vest
• Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate
• Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
• And More!

$19.66 - $25 an hour

Plus, additional Second Shift differential of $2.40

Protolabs offers a competitive total rewards package, and compensation mix vary based on position, such as base wage, as well as other earnings including incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, job function, work experience, specialized skills, training, education, and certifications.

Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.

Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Physical Demands:

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds.

Work Environment:

Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.