Shipping and Receiving

Phibro Animal Health SA; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Phibro Animal Health Corporation in Omaha, NE is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Associate to support the shipping department. Responsibilities include labeling, packing, and recording shipments, and ensuring compliance with USDA regulations.

Must maintain forklift certification and work in cold storage. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of shipping/receiving experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• 2 years of shipping and receiving experience.
• Ability to operate forklifts and safety equipment.
• Must be able to work in a cold storage environment.

Responsibilities

• Print and prepare labels and documentation for shipping.
• Verify records and ensure accurate shipment data in JDE System.
• Assist in packing, loading, and unloading materials.
• Maintain inventory in cooler and ensure shelf life rotation.
• Support in compliance with USDA shipping and receiving regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

JDE System

Excel

Word

Job description

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals. Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to, Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,400 employees worldwide. At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.

If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel that you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

Position Details

The Shipping and Receiving Associate is an integral part of our Facilities team based out of our Phibro Vaccine Omaha Office in Omaha, NE. The Shipping and Receiving Associate will support the shipping department in the shipment and receipt of products and supplies. Duties include labeling, stamping, shipping merchandise and material, receiving, unpacking, assembling, addressing, verifying, and recording merchandise and material into the JDE System and arranging for the transportation of products as well as assisting with various facility maintenance. Prepare shipping documentation, maintain records for all incoming and outgoing shipments.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities

• Print and prepare labels, postage, and other supporting documentation to prepare materials for shipping. Ensure label and tamper-proof bottles are secured for product shipments. Become trained and maintain authorization for the shipping of hazardous materials.
• Verify and utilize carriers that have the lowest shipping cost. Maintain computer programs for accurate shipping records on all carriers.
• Support shipping department in the shipment packaging, preparation, loading, and unloading of supplies and product.
• Deliver or route materials to proper departments using company truck, forklift, or carts. Check product against packing lists, match with correct purchase order numbers, and enter items into JDE System.
• Assist with product inventory in cooler by organizing and maintaining shelf-life rotation and available storage containers.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist in determining shipping methods, documentation needs and costs for materials to be shipped.
• Assist in managing shipment schedules to support customer demands and product demands.
• Assist in contacting carrier representatives to make arrangements or to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials.
• Examine shipment contents and compare with records such as manifests, invoices, or orders to verify accuracy. Verify compliance with all USDA shipping and receiving regulations.
• Confer or correspond with establishment representatives to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, or nonconformance to specifications.
• Record shipment data, such as weight, charges, space availability, damages, or discrepancies for reporting, accounting, or recordkeeping purposes, (such as ship confirms in the JDE System).
• Examine documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, or shipping orders, to route materials.
• Make sure cooler and shipping areas are clean and safe. Keep ice packs stocked for shipping.
• Assist in the facility maintenance including any emergencies (i.e. power outages, etc…) which may require coming in on weekends/nights.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required: Must have the ability and willingness to work in a cold storage room for extended periods.

Must maintain a valid driver's license and be forklift certified.

Key Competencies

• Accepting Direction
• Collaborative
• Communicating Effectively
• Following Policies and Procedures
• Managing Time
• Performing Physical or Mechanical Tasks
• Prioritizing and Organizing Work
• Working Safely

Skills

Ability to maintain job task concentration in a busy, distracting environment.

Acceptable Attendance To Meet All Company Standards And Requirements.

• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Able to use various hand tools.
• Able to satisfactorily complete all safety related training required to execute job functions.
• Able to safely operate forklifts and front end loaders.

Education & Experience

Education and/or Experience: High School diploma or GED equivalency. 2 years of shipping and receiving experience.

Skills: Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and other office procedures and terminology.

Interacting with Computers: Using computers and computer systems and programs, set up functions, enter data, or process information in Excel and Word.

Production and Processing: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

English Language: Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Customer and Personal Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work: Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment: Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment such as forklifts and trucks during work schedule.

Physical Demands

Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Requires lifting to 70 pounds.

Work Environment

Office, warehouse, and cold storage room.

Physical Requirements

• Reach upward
• Required to climb frequently
• Required to lift or carry 21 to 50 lbs
• Required to push or pull 21 to 50 lbs
• Required to sit frequently
• Required to stand frequently
• Required to talk or hear constantly
• Required to use hands constantly
• Specific vision abilities include distance vision
• Specific vision abilities include depth perception
• Specific vision abilities include close vision
• Specific vision abilities include perpheral vision
• Required to walk frequently

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit: Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition

Division: Animal Health & Nutrition

Department: Warehouse

Location: US - Omaha, NE - Vaccines

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (Standard Work hours)

Hourly rate range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00