Shipping and Receiving Associate - 1st Shift

TrafFix Devices; Fairfield (IA); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 45.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Supplemental Coverage

Life and AD&D Insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid Holidays

401k

Profit Sharing

Employee Assistance Program

On-demand Pay

Zusammenfassung

TrafFix Devices is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Associate to manage inbound and outbound shipments, inspect orders, and maintain accurate inventory records. You’ll use hand scanners and software to document movements and support timely deliveries in a fast-paced warehouse.

Responsibilities include preparing shipping documentation, coordinating with teams, and ensuring packing standards. Must follow safety procedures and operate equipment as required.

Qualifikationen

• Good verbal and written communication to work with team members.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and guidelines when handling equipment.
• Familiarity with computer systems and software for inventory management.

Aufgaben

• Receive and unload incoming shipments, verify against orders.
• Record and update inventory data, investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare bills of lading and ensure accurate shipping documentation.
• Operate material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks) as needed.

Kenntnisse

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety procedures

Inventory management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inventory management software

Hand scanners

Jobbeschreibung

The Shipping and Receiving Associate is responsible for incoming and outgoing shipments. This position ensures accurate and timely receipt and shipment of products. It is also responsible for updating inventory records in accordance with company policies and procedures. Prepares corresponding documentation for incoming and outgoing shipments and updates records in the system accordingly.

Description

The Shipping and Receiving Associate is responsible for incoming and outgoing shipments. This position ensures accurate and timely receipt and shipment of products. It is also responsible for updating inventory records in accordance with company policies and procedures. Prepares corresponding documentation for incoming and outgoing shipments and updates records in the system accordingly.

Essential Functions

• Ensures receipt and unloading of incoming shipments of materials, supplies, parts, and products.
• Inspect and verify the accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders, invoices, and other documentation.
• Counts and track received items, update inventory records, investigates and resolve discrepancies.
• Put away incoming materials, maintain inventory accuracy and perform cycle counts.
• Prepares bills of lading and corroborate orders to ascertain quantities, destination and routing.
• Ensures shipping items meet packing standards and requirements and documents finished process using photographs.
• Collaborates with other warehouse staff and departments to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials and products, including loading of trucks.
• Uses hand scanners and computer software and systems to record and track shipments and inventory data.
• Operates material handling equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, to move and stack items in the warehouse.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance – Company pays 95% of employee-only coverage.
• Dental Insurance – Company contributes $10 per month toward coverage.
• Vision Insurance – Company contributes $5 per month toward coverage.
• Supplemental Coverage – Options include life, hospital, critical illness, accident, and pet insurance.
• Life and AD&D Insurance – $25,000 in coverage for all benefit-eligible employees.
• Health Savings Account – if enrolled in the high-deductible health plan.
• Benefits begin on the first day of the following month after 60 days of employment.

Additional Benefits

• Vacation Time – Accrued each pay period, starting at two weeks per year.
• Sick Time – Accrued each pay period, totaling more than eight days per year.
• Paid Holidays – Nine paid holidays, plus facility closure during Christmas week in 2026.
• 401k – Start contributing the month after hire. After one year of employment, receive a company match of up to 4% on your contributions.
• Profit Sharing – Annual profit sharing available after one year of employment.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Daily access to earned wages through on demand pay.

Why Work at TrafFix Devices?

TrafFix Devices is built on safety, quality, teamwork, and commitment. We’re looking for people who want to be part of meaningful work, take pride in doing their jobs well, and support the team around them. Whether you’re starting your career, seeking a better opportunity, or looking for a place to grow long term, if you are committed to showing up, working hard, and contributing to a positive workplace.

Requirements

• Good verbal and written communication skills are important to work effectively with other team members.
• The ability to follow safety procedures and guidelines when using equipment is important to maintain a safe work environment.
• The ability to follow established procedures while performing tasks, using tools, and handling materials. Carefully consider and follow instructions to complete tasks and deliver required results.
• Reliability and consistency of attendance, punctuality, and completion of assigned tasks according to established standards and expectations with little supervision.
• Familiarity with computer systems and software, such as Microsoft Office and inventory management software, is necessary.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Must be able to bend, twist, and reach while handling objects and using power and hand tools.
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis, and objects weighing up to 80 lbs. occasionally, with the help of others.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and perform physical tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Will be working in a warehouse environment and may be exposed to varying temperatures and inclement weather conditions. There will also be frequent exposure to dirt and dust.
• Exposure to moderate noise levels in the workplace for the majority of the day, due to the constant use of forklift and hand-held power tools.

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

EEO Statement

The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.